Survey Manager

Overview

Responsible for leading and managing Field Survey Managers (FSMs) across multiple project sites, ensuring consistent execution of survey operations in compliance with company processes, state regulations, and applicable land surveying standards. This role evaluates FSM performance and analyzes field data to identify gaps, drive continuous improvement, and maintain high-quality survey deliverables. The Survey Manager collaborates closely with other Geomatics functions, Engineering, Construction, and project leadership teams to coordinate training, resolve technical challenges, and support project execution. This role monitors and reports project trends, risks, and overall performance to senior leadership, providing actionable insights. The Survey Manager is responsible for overseeing field survey execution across assigned projects with authority to verify operational readiness, reject incomplete or non-compliant survey inputs, and escalate unresolved risks or data conflicts to Geomatics leadership.

Location & Travel Details: This position is open to remote, but would require 50% travel throughout the US.


Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).


We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone-from interns to executives-to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.


MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

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Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and indirectly manage Field Survey Managers (FSMs) across assigned projects, ensuring consistent execution of survey operations, resource alignment, and adherence to company standards
• Oversee field execution quality, survey data integrity, and ensure escalation management across assigned projects
• Monitor and evaluate FSM performance, including field practices, data quality, productivity, and adherence to company standards and project requirements
• Verify survey readiness and reject incomplete, conflicting, or non-compliant survey inputs prior to execution
• Ensure all survey activities comply with applicable state regulations, licensing requirements, and professional land surveying standards
• Oversee the accuracy and completeness of survey deliverables, including ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and construction layout, with a focus on alignment with engineering design
• Review field data, reports, and survey outputs to identify errors, inconsistencies, or risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Escalate unresolved field risks, data discrepancies, or constructability conflicts in accordance with the Geomatics responsibility matrix
• Coordinate with other Geomatics functions, Engineering, and Construction teams to resolve technical issues and ensure proper integration of survey data into design and construction workflows
• Maintain lifecycle continuity by supporting upstream survey readiness and downstream turnover requirements per established Geomatics handoff expectations
• Develop, implement, and enforce standardized survey workflows, operating procedures, and field execution best practices across assigned projects
• Hire, provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to FSMs and junior survey staff to support skill development and career growth
• Conduct site visits and audits to verify field execution, safety compliance, equipment usage, and overall survey quality
• Track and report operational KPIs related to survey quality, execution efficiency, project readiness, resource performance, and field support across assigned projects
• Facilitate communication and escalation alignment between field teams, office staff, project leadership, and Geomatics stakeholders
• Support project planning by reviewing scopes of work, survey requirements, schedules, and resource allocation
• Ensure proper use, calibration, and maintenance of survey equipment and technology across all teams
• Promote and enforce safety standards and safe work practices in all survey operations
• Ability to travel 50%-75% of the time
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Work Experience and Education

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in surveying, remote sensing, drafting, engineering, or related technical field preferred
• Five years of survey experience in construction or operations with exposure to engineering, civil, renewable energy activities
• Certified Survey Technician (CST) III preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company's Zero Injury principles
• Strong knowledge of ALTA/NSPS standards, boundary law principles, and multi-jurisdictional practice requirements across diverse project scopes
• Comprehensive knowledge of surveying software platforms, data management standards,
  system configuration, and workflow optimization principles.
• Knowledge of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations, data acquisition processes, and integration of drone-derived data into surveying and construction workflows.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies, document control systems, and standardized operational workflow development.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop Field Survey Managers through performance coaching, goal setting, and succession planning
• Ability to establish and maintain quality assurance frameworks across multiple projects and operational teams.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively engage with executives, clients, project stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Able to work under pressure
• Highly organized and ability to prioritize in order to meet the need of the organization
• Leading multiple field teams and FSMs simultaneously while maintaining visibility into project health and overall team performance
• Exercise sound judgment on technical and personnel matters with broad organizational impact under sustained operational pressure

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $101k-$140k / year, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network
• Employee Assistance Program

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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