Survey Department Manager

• Lead with Vision – Drive team success and shape strategic project outcomes.
• Own the Process – From client kickoff to final delivery, make your mark every step.
• Work Smarter – Harness Leica, Civil 3D, and Carlson to elevate performance.
• Mentor & Elevate – Develop junior staff and shape TAIT’s future leaders.
• Grow with Purpose – Partner with leadership and help expand our impact.

• Train, mentor, and lead a skilled team of surveyors to deliver exceptional results
• Provide hands-on coaching and performance feedback to drive growth and accountability
• Foster a strong team culture centered on safety, technical excellence, and collaboration

• Plan and manage surveying operations from kickoff to closeout—ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met
• Work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, drafters, and technicians to align efforts and maintain quality
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and project outcomes

• Act as the primary contact for clients in the region—building trust and long-term partnerships
• Understand client needs and provide strategic, value-driven surveying solutions
• Respond quickly and professionally to any issues, ensuring client satisfaction and project success

• Manage budgets and allocate resources efficiently across survey projects
• Identify opportunities to grow revenue and increase profitability through smart planning and business development
• Track department performance metrics and drive operational improvements

• Ensure all work meets local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal QA standards
• Implement quality assurance processes to verify data integrity and project accuracy
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain compliance and identify improvement areas

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Colorado (or eligible in other states)
• 8+ years of progressive survey experience, including leadership of field and office teams
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson Software, and Leica.
• Proven ability to manage projects, lead teams, and communicate effectively with clients
• Strong understanding of construction staking, boundary/topographic surveys, and DTM/GPS processing

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

• Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
• Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
• Dental Plans with little to no deductible
• Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
• Company paid Life Insurance
• ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
• Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
• Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth and development.
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

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