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WSP in the U.S. · 3 hours ago

Local Geomatics Lead/Project Manager

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $169K/yr

7+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Local Geomatics Lead/Project Manager to deliver surveying and geospatial solutions, manage project delivery, support business development, and mentor staff while ensuring technical quality and client satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Provide guidance and mentorship to office and field staff under senior management direction

Support team development through training and knowledge sharing

Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, and technical excellence

Maintain strong client relationships and represent WSP professionally

Assist in developing proposals, scopes, schedules, and budgets for projects; manage billing and account receivables for assigned projects

Support business development efforts and identify opportunities for growth

Manage geomatics projects including boundary and topographic surveys, LiDAR mapping, UAS operations, and GIS

Oversee production of plans and deliverables; perform QA/QC reviews

Leverage a variety of software and data processing systems to produce high-quality deliverables

Ensure compliance with applicable company policies, standards, regulations, and QA/QC procedures

Coordinate field crews and office staff to meet project schedules and budgets

Maintain project tracking systems and manage survey equipment

Collaborate with internal departments and subconsultants to meet project needs

Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Qualification

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)Geomatics project managementCAD software proficiencyLiDAR mappingGIS expertiseFAA Part 107 certificationTeam-building skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in the in the field of land surveying or an associated field

7-10+ years of experience in the field of land surveying and geospatial services

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Missouri and/or Kansas, with ability to be licensed in both states within 6 months

Proven leadership, team-building, and communication skills

Experience managing schedules, budgets, staff, and equipment

Proficiency with CAD and survey data processing software

Strong knowledge of land survey principles, practices, and methods

Ability to work independently and lead teams effectively

Possess a willingness to both learn and teach others

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and must be detail oriented, organized and responsive

Must have ability to make sound decisions including while under pressure or working on high liability projects

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and be willing to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred

Master's Degree is a plus

Multiple PLS licenses in neighboring states is highly preferred

FAA Part 107, CP/CMS, GISP, or PMP certifications

Possess advanced knowledge or training in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation Open Roads Designer, Leica Infinity or Trimble Business Center, Esri ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite

Possess experience in both the field and office performing a variety of different types of geomatics work is a plus, especially in the Missouri/Kansas area and with the various public agencies and private organizations that operate in this region

Possess experience preparing estimates and proposals, participating in business development, and being responsible for billing and account receivables for projects under their name

Possess existing client base