Senior Project Surveyor

Gaskins + LeCraw and BHC have joined the Pape-Dawson family! Pape-Dawson is currently seeking a Senior Project Surveyor for their Wichita office. This position provides expert leadership and management of large-scale and complex land surveying projects. This role also serves as a mentor to junior surveyors and ensures the highest quality standards in deliverables.

Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee all aspects of land surveying projects, with a focus on high-profile and complex assignments. Supervise and coordinate activities of field and office staff, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with clients, engineers, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project plans. Mentor junior survey staff, providing training and technical expertise. Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational goals. Perform advanced boundary resolution and oversee boundary construction and related issues. Review and sign off on all survey deliverables, including drawings, legal descriptions, and reports. Identify and address potential project risks, developing mitigation strategies as necessary. Implement best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications:

Must be a Licensed Professional Surveyor (LPS) in Kansas and Missouri. A plus if licensed in adjoining states (OK, AR, NE, CO). 10+ years of experience as a Licensed Professional Surveyor. Must have experience with Leica and/or Trimble. Extensive experience with

ALTA/NSPS

Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and construction staking. Proven expertise in resolving complex boundary issues and managing large-scale projects. Must have experience with and been through a Planning Commission process for projects. Must be aware of and how to deal with Project Insurance issues. Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a focus on team development. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, resources, and invoicing. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on client engagement. Outstanding time management and organizational skills. Dependable and capable of leading multiple projects concurrently. Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.