18-Aug-2025

Tennessee - Knoxville

42313BR

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

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Job Description

Manages the operations of land surveying teams, including project scheduling. Engages with project managers and client service staff to discuss technical and scheduling issues. Analyzes the effect of scope changes on project budgets and schedules and communicates outcomes. Checks and reviews the quality of the work being performed by land surveying staff to ensure it conforms to the firm’s QC/QA standards. Develops, in collaboration with project managers and client service staff, a definitive statement of the scope of work to be performed. Prepares a survey work plan that identifies the survey team, identifies each specific task or phase and all work that must be performed to complete the project. Outlines a schedule to ensure that the tasks can be completed on time. Develops the task budget including direct labor and expenses. Manages the day to day activities of staff. Provides feedback on performance appraisals. Manages the development and training of staff. Approves paid time off requests (PTO) and ensures human resources policies are followed. Reviews, approves, and provides documentation for invoices. Develops technical descriptions that are incorporated into the preparation of deeds by the legal department. Provides input and participates in marketing and business development efforts. Identifies potential opportunities to market services both internally and externally. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in Land Surveying, as well a state issued Land Surveying License. 10 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Certification/License Requirements

Land Surveyor

Driver's License Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Land Surveyor in TN, or the ability to obtain a license
Experience managing and directing field survey crews and office support staff
Experience coordinating projects with engineering staff
Experience managing project deliverables, schedules, and financials
TDOT transportation surveying experience
Microstation/Geopak and Open Roads Designer (ORD) experience
Trimble Business Center and Trimble Access experience
Familiarity with Trimble Surveying Equipment
Lidar Scan Station and Point Cloud experience
sUAS (Drone) License and Lidar experience

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Amount of Travel Required

20%

Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Proven leadership, business acumen, and judgment. Proven ability to lead large field teams and delivery high quality results. Excellent knowledge of state land surveying standards as well as applicable state and local laws. Ability to manage multiple and often conflicting priorities and work deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and problem solving capabilities. Ability to complete assignments accurately and on time.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Consumer Report, Investigative Consumer Report and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require consumer reports or investigative consumer reports containing information about you in connection with your application for employment. The consumer report or investigative consumer report will provide information including but not limited to verification of employment, education and licensure, etc. as well as credit when applicable for certain positions. If this position is subject to a consumer report or investigative consumer report related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of the report. CDM Smith may also conduct drug testing for designated positions. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional consumer reports or investigative consumer reports, as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Business Unit

TSU

Group

TSO

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Employment Type

Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position