Director, Geomatics (Land Survey)
$180,000–$225,000 year
On-siteIrvine, California, United States or Modesto, California, United States
Job Summary
Execute the regional operating plan for engineering-grade land survey and geomatics services, translating business strategies into actionable revenue, margin, and staffing targets. Manage day-to-day financial controls including gross margin, labor efficiency, WIP, and A/R aging while driving billing discipline and cash conversion. Ensure project delivery discipline through standardized scope, schedule, and change management, enforcing engineering-grade QA/QC compliance and risk controls to minimize rework. Lead client engagement as the regional relationship sponsor, supporting pursuit efforts and cross-selling across service lines while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Provide routine performance reporting to VP leadership and oversee team development for Survey Managers and Project Managers.
Required Qualifications
- 8-10+ years of progressively responsible experience in land survey/geomatics operations, including project delivery and team leadership
- Demonstrated operational and financial discipline: managing schedules, budgets, change orders, WIP/billing, and margin performance
- Strong knowledge of survey/geomatics standards, QA/QC practices, and delivery workflows for engineering-grade products
- Effective leadership skills: coaching, performance management, staffing, and building high-performing teams
- Strong client communication skills and ability to represent NV5 professionally in meetings and project discussions
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to travel to project sites and NV5 offices as needed
Desired Qualifications
- California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or demonstrated ability to operate under PLS supervision with strong technical expertise
- Multi-state licensure
- Experience supporting utility, infrastructure, and/or programmatic clients with multiple projects
- Proficiency with standard survey/geomatics software and enterprise ERP/project management tools
- Experience implementing standardized processes and KPI-focused performance management
- Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field
- Professional licensure: PLS
- LSIT or a comparable credential
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