Land Surveying Manager

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Land Surveying Manager in the posting locations below. In this role, you will actively manage day-to-day business activities, including proposals, planning, staffing, and project execution for your section. You will be responsible for multiple large, complex projects, including cost estimation, work assignments, deadlines, and quality control. This position has significant client contact and financial responsibility.

Posting Locations: Greenwood Village, CO (Denver Tech Center) and Colorado Springs, CO

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and review RFQ, SOQ, and cost/fee proposals with clients and internal personnel and determine resource allocation, schedule, and project feasibility.
• Distribute work assignments and utilize CAD platforms to satisfy client deliverables.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and completeness of project work according to company policy, industry best practices, state & local statutes, and client requirements.
• Manage personnel functions such as hiring, performance reviews, salary recommendations, staff training, and employee development.
• Analyze the department's fiscal needs, including staffing and equipment. Assist in the development of yearly budgets, make recommendations, and reconcile budgetary funds.
• Help develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standards for field & office.
• Visit project sites as needed to meet with clients and monitor surveying progress.
• Set up contracts, monitor budgets, anticipate risk, and discuss tendencies with manager.
• Participate in weekly meetings covering workload, schedule, and personnel.
• Serve as the licensed surveyor in charge of assigned projects.
• Participate in business development activities and actively network with clients and professional associations as needed.
• Produce complete and accurate surveys to aid the company's success.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Professional Land Surveyor's License required (PLS, RLS, LS).
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree / Land Surveying certificate (preferred).
• Ability to develop business and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to use AutoCAD C3D, Micro Station ORD to review and produce client deliverables.
• Working knowledge of Trimble field equipment and Trimble Business Center.
• Ability to apply current and new technology to develop projects.
• Encourage and support the company's safety-oriented culture.
• Experience with MS Office products (Word & Excel).
• Project management and client invoicing experience.
• Ability to operate in a mentor/mentee team atmosphere.
• Valid US driver's license, good driving record, and the ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• 12+ years surveying experience (4 years as a licensed professional surveyor).
• Desire to sit for Professional Land Surveyor's exam in neighboring states.
• Experience with Aerial Drone and 3D Point Cloud scanning technology.
• Experience with surveying control networks, the PLSS system, and QA/QC procedures.
• History of supervising, managing, and training field & office technicians.

Working Conditions &

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily an office position, with the ability to work outside on projects if needed.
• Requires the ability to work on multi-disciplinary projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use a computer and work in an office environment.
• Make suggestions and undertake company‑mandated training to increase skills and ability.
• Comfortable signing drawings & responsibly serving in charge of projects.

Featured benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Salary Range: $132,000 - $188,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.