Geomatics Project Manager

Geomatics/Survey Project Manager

Geomatics/Survey Project Manager | Hybrid | Maine

Are you an experienced Geomatics professional ready to elevate your career? VHB's dynamic Geomatics team is seeking a talented Geomatics/Survey Project Manager to join our vibrant New England region. If you have a strong background in Land Surveying and Reality Capture across various applications - such as ALTA surveys, linear utility surveys, highway & transportation surveys - we want to hear from you. This role demands a cutting-edge understanding of the latest technologies in GPS, Total Station, and Reality Capture including UAS, Terrestrial Scanning and other scanning applications. Must have a demonstrated track record of successfully managing land surveying projects and clients. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the field of Geomatics!

Responsibilities

• Project management of scope, schedule and budget for small, medium and large, long linear land survey projects
• Management of project staff and clients
• Performance and/or oversight of surveying calculations
• Analysis and interpretation of public records research, including deeds, plans and other pertinent documents for the project
• Reviews and certifies work that staff has completed with a high-level of precision and accuracy
• Keeps accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performed
• Coordination of field crews and Survey/CAD Technicians
• Perform field checks, manage quality control of all products
• Coordinate survey efforts with other groups in an integrated services environment

Skills and Attributes

• Must be knowledgeable in all aspects of Land Surveying, including legal requirements, boundary determinations and ALTA requirements
• Proficient in reading and understanding engineering, architectural, and structural drawings
• Knowledge of applicable state and local surveying board requirements
• Thorough understanding of the use of up-to-date survey technologies and interface with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with Open Roads Design is preferred
• Ability to direct and monitor construction layout services
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Motivated to lead and mentor others

Qualifications

• 5+ years of geomatics/land surveying experience, including managing large-scale, complex land surveying projects required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Degree in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Engineering, or related field preferred and may substitute for some experience
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D software required
• Professional Land Surveyor license preferred
• Client management and business development experience preferred
• Proficiency in all aspects of field and office land surveying including boundary line and topographic survey as well as construction stakeout preferred
• Experience with electronic instruments, field data collectors, GPS, robotic instruments, remote sensing technologies such as UAV's and terrestrial scanning, LiDAR processing software (Leica Cyclone and global mapper) is preferred
• Experience with ESRI software is preferred

Building what's next, together.

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

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.