Survey Department Manager

In 2023, we changed our name from Anderson Engineering, Inc. to OWN, Inc. to be more reflective of our team and the mindset that makes us go. While the name may be new, the links to the past have led us to what we are today: a community of talented employee-owners driven by mutual success.

OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee-ownership. Our talented team builds futures while helping shape the built environment across the country from our offices in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and Florida. We serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem-solving and service that goes beyond the expected.

We are looking for a Survey Department Manager to join our Destin team.

Responsibilities may include:

• Oversee all aspects of the Survey Department, including personnel management, project proposals, and research for field and office work.
• Ensure the quality and timely completion of field and office work, reviewing and approving survey calculations, and stamping and sealing final drawings.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, addressing their needs and concerns, and consistently delivering exceptional service.
• Manage project and department budgets, monitoring expenses, and implementing cost-effective practices.
• Mentor and provide guidance to department personnel, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Stay current with industry trends, advancements in survey practices, and emerging technologies, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with the business development team to identify and pursue new opportunities for the survey department.
• Maintain and archive survey records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and promote a safe working environment for survey operations.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of [LOCATION]
• 10+ years of experience in land surveying, with a proven track record of successful project management.
• Familiarity with surveying software and technologies, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GPS equipment.
• Demonstrated comfort and proficiency in business development activities, including client management and relationship building.
• Strong ability to manage multiple objectives, clients, contractors, third parties, and internal team members effectively.
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in survey practices, equipment, and methodologies.
• Exceptional skills in determining project requirements, setting priorities, and managing resources.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet critical deadlines and deliver high-quality results.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex concepts and information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Extended periods of sitting and working at a desk.
• Ability to work in various outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

When you join us, you can find your OWN way through:

1. Community.  Giving of time, treasures, and talents to fulfill personal passions and show up in your community.

2. Empowerment. Our employees are given full reign and the trust to make decisions in the best interest of their clients and teams.

3. Flexibility. The freedom to be a professional. The freedom to be a person.

4. ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees – equitably, a fact most employee-owned firms can’t claim.

5. Having fun. Laughing, jokes, high fives, celebrations – we take our work seriously but not ourselves.

6. Teamwork. A sense of belonging, learning from those around you, and feeling like you’re on the winning team.

It is the policy of OWN, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to their race, age, color, physical handicap or disability, military service record, religion, sex, national origin or any other categorization protected by law, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.