WSP · 1 month ago
Local Geomatics Lead/Project Manager
WSP is currently searching for a Local Geomatics Lead/Project Manager to join our Midwest Region Geomatics Team in St. Louis, MO or Kansas City, MO. This position plays an important role in delivering surveying and geospatial solutions for a variety of projects, supporting Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy, and other sectors.
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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
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
Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Company
WSP
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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