Survey Leader

Finding the right fit: Our Western team provides a wide variety of survey and mapping services to clients in both private and public sectors, including our own internal projects generated from our multi-disciplined company. These services are supported by a cohesive national team of geospatial professionals including Professional Survey and Mappers, crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers, bringing consistency and flexible resources to our employees and clients. We are seeking a professional land survey who is passionate about the survey profession, has a strong technical ability, and has the leadership capabilities to obtain new and repeat work. We are looking for an enthusiastic team-leader who can help Ayres continue to build their land survey presence in Colorado. As a project manager of land survey, you will be encouraged to lead and work on a variety of survey functions that allow you to build a team, and your career.?The ideal candidates will have a passion for surveying, leading survey crews, employee engagement and mentoring, and strategically aligning talents with opportunities. As a discipline supervisor within Ayres, you will lead survey staff to successfully deliver quality projects to our clients. Success will be defined by your ability to handle multiple priorities, represent Ayres professionally through strong communication and relationship-building skills, as well as provide mentorship for the development of staff. Remaining flexible will be key as the job responsibilities will fluctuate with overtime and occasional out-of-town travel expected. Join Ayres -- a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 -- where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work. On any given day, you'll: - Develop scopes, cost estimates, and proposals. - Support survey technicians through all aspects of the project. - Contribute to the overall leadership of the Western survey group - Make hiring recommendations as the discipline grows and be instrumental in the career development of the staff within the survey team. - Provide initial review of contracts for ultimate review and approval by the group manager or vice president. - Provide oversight of projects within your team including QAQC, resource allocation, and technical advice. - Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow co-workers and leaders within the company. - Support and participate in the supervision, development, and mentorship of staff. - Lead regularly scheduled team meetings to discuss projects, pursuits, workload, and resource utilization. - Provide input to division leadership for the development of an annual business plan and budget for the group. - Network and develop relationships with clients and others in your industry. - Work directly with internal and external clients. - Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices. Required Qualifications: - Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Colorado. - Ability to recognize and embrace new geospatial technologies. - 3-5 years of project management experience. - 5 -10 years of diverse field/office experience in survey, performing topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, right-of-way plats, and control surveys. - Demonstrated and recognized expertise in surveying. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Solid understanding of financial project management. - Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office. - Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs. - Valid driver's license with good driving record required. Desired skills and experiences: - A two-year degree in Land Surveying technology, civil engineering technology or a bachelor's degree in Land Surveying or related field. - Proven ability to monitor project udgets to a successful outcome, oversee project teams, and meet client expectations, schedule, scope, etc. - Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in team environments. - Aptitude to coaching and mentoring others. - Familiar with CDOT practices and requirements. - Ability to take direction from numerous individuals, and channel strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. **Benefits of being part of the Ayres team: ** - Health, dental, and vision Insurance. - Short and long-term disability and life insurance. - Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match. - PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule. - Professional development opportunities. Please note, benefits vary depending on job status. To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website at https://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} Our good-faith compensation approach is fair and equitable, and takes into consideration only permissible factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, training, skills, and experience, and geographic location where the work is performed. A salary range for this posting is $100000 - $150000. The foregoing salary range represents what the company believes, in good-faith, it will pay for the posted opportunity. The individual selected for this role will be evaluated with the compensation factors in mind and placed appropriately. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer