Gulf Coast Geomatics Manager

Manager Survey/Geomatics Group

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager for the Survey/Geomatics group, based in Tampa, FL. This role involves overall program/project management, leading and scaling the team for diverse projects, and employing data-driven technologies to ensure high-quality deliverables for our client. This leadership role will guide the strategic growth of our Geomatics practice across private, state and federal markets.

Learn more about our Geomatics team at VHB: Geomatics

Responsibilities

Service Line

• Develops and directs service line strategies and initiatives that support VHB's strategic plan and local business planning/strategic pursuits
• Aligns service offerings to VHB's market requirements
• Collaborate with local and regional leadership to drive key hires, client development, and technical excellence.
• Develop growth plans and identify market opportunities and strategies, such as key hires and the development of business opportunities while meeting expectations
• Monitors and maintains the financial performance of the Survey/Geomatics group

Data-Driven Technologies

• Promotes the awareness of available technologies within the Survey/Geomatics team
• Promote the use of advanced survey technologies including UAS, terrestrial scanning, LiDAR, and GPS systems
• Evaluate and implement new tools and workflows to enhance project delivery and client satisfaction
• Develops client solutions benefitting from advancements and applications of data and technologies

QA/QC Practices

• Manage full project life cycles from scoping and planning through execution and delivery
• Ensure quality control and consistency across all deliverables and processes
• Support cross-office work sharing and staff resourcing for large, complex projects
• Works with leadership groups to develop and implement consistent work processes and standards
• Works with discipline groups to develop and implement quality plans
• Reviews client and quality audit feedback and develops plans to implement best practices

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor a team of survey professionals across office, field, and remote settings
• Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and career development within the group
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation

Project Management

• Creates project plans, identifies, and organizes resources, and successfully executes projects to completion
• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets, scopes, and schedules
• Promotes work sharing across offices and advises on the deployment of staff on major projects and pursuits
• Manages a team of Survey/Geomatics professionals. Carries out supervisory responsibilities, including hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; coaching and motivating; and addressing problems
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures

Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with a strategic mindset
• Proficiency in survey technologies and software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble, MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads Designer and LiDAR platforms
• Excellent communication skillsverbal, written, and interpersonal
• Excellent management skills with an emphasis on performance recognition and development
• Ability to strategically identify and implement innovative ideas that add value
• Proficient in a broad array of technical skills with professional mastery
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with others
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented
• Skills and knowledge must be commensurate with required experience and job level

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing Survey/Geomatics projects, including 5+ years of client/staff/project management
• BS in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering, Reality Capture, or related field
• Licensed Land Surveyor in Florida is required.

VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

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Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people?driven, future?ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.