Field Survey Technical Manager

Michael Baker International

. Provide technical leadership and oversight for field survey operations throughout California .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $125,556 - $174,656 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in land surveying operations, including technical leadership, quality control, and the development of training programs. Proficient in utilizing advanced surveying technologies and software to ensure effective project execution and data management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) LicenseAdvanced Knowledge of Topographic MappingStrong Knowledge of Survey Equipment and GNSS TechnologiesExperience with Project Planning and Resource ManagementWorking Knowledge of Trimble Business Center and AutoCAD Civil 3D

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Hard Skills

Land SurveyingField Survey OperationsTechnical Standards DevelopmentQuality Control ProceduresData Quality ManagementField-to-Office WorkflowsRobotic Total StationsDigital LevelsMobile LiDARUAV Systems

Soft Skills

Mentoring and CoachingCollaborationContinuous ImprovementProfessional OwnershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Trimble Business CenterStar*NetAutoCAD Civil 3DMicrosoft OfficeBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License

Industry Keywords

Field Surveying StandardsQuality AssuranceProject ExecutionResource PlanningSafety Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership and oversight for field survey operations throughout California
Mentor, coach, and develop Chiefs of Parties and field leadership personnel
Establish, implement, and maintain field surveying standards, procedures, and best practices
Ensure consistency in field methodologies, data collection procedures, project execution, and quality standards
Perform technical reviews of field procedures, workflows, calculations, and deliverables
Develop and implement training programs for field personnel
Monitor staffing needs, workforce capabilities, and technical competencies
Partner with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, Mapping Managers, CAD personnel, and other technical leaders
Assist with resource planning, staffing coordination, scheduling, and equipment deployment
Lead evaluation and implementation of new technologies, equipment, software, and field workflows
Ensure care, maintenance, calibration, security, and accountability of field equipment and vehicles
Support quality control initiatives, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
Assist with project planning, field work plans, risk assessments, safety planning, and execution strategies
Participate in proposal development, scope reviews, fee estimates, staffing plans, and project pursuits
Support recruitment, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, development, and retention of field personnel
Assist with organizational planning and workforce forecasting
Promote safety, accountability, professional ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Participate in industry organizations and professional development activities
Perform technical surveying analyses and project support as needed
Directly supervise Chiefs of Parties and designated field leadership personnel throughout California
Participate in employee evaluations, performance development, and career path development
Work closely with the Field Survey Team Lead to ensure consistent operational execution and workforce utilization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in land surveying and field survey operations
California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required
Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field preferred; an equivalent combination of education, professional credentials, and relevant experience may be considered
Advanced knowledge of topographic mapping, control, and construction staking
Strong knowledge of survey equipment, GNSS technologies, robotic total stations, digital levels, terrestrial scanning, mobile LiDAR, UAV systems, and emerging survey technologies
Experience developing technical standards, procedures, quality controls, and training programs
Experience with project planning, staffing coordination, scheduling, and resource management
Working knowledge of Trimble Business Center, Star*Net, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam
Strong understanding of data quality management, quality assurance, and field-to-office workflows
Ability to effectively collaborate with clients, Project Managers, Project Surveyors, technical staff, and senior leadership
Candidates are subject to pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefit