Geomatics Manager - VHB

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager for the Survey/Geomatics group, based in either New York City or Hauppauge (Long Island), NY. This role involves overall program/project management, leading and scaling the team for diverse projects, and employing data-driven technologies to ensure high-quality deliverables for our client. 

Responsibilities

Service Line

• Develops and directs service line strategies and initiatives that support VHB’s strategic plan and regional business planning/strategic pursuits
• Aligns service offerings to VHB’s market requirements
• Collaborates with regional leadership to identify and provide new services or skills
• Develops growth plans and identifies market opportunities and strategies, such as key hires and the development of business opportunities while meeting the expectations
• Monitors and maintains the financial performance of the Survey/Geomatics group

Data-Driven Technologies

• Promotes the awareness of available technologies within the Survey/Geomatics team
• Identifies and deploys leading-edge work processes, technologies, and applications to execute projects more effectively and better serve clients
• Develops client solutions benefitting from advancements and applications of data and technologies

QA/QC Practices

• Works with leadership groups to develop and implement consistent work processes and standards
• Works with discipline groups to develop and implement quality plans
• Reviews client and quality audit feedback and develops plans to implement best practices across the region

 Project Management

• Creates project plans, identifies, and organizes resources, and successfully executes projects to completion
• Develops, monitors, and maintains project budgets, scopes, and schedules
• Promotes work sharing across offices and advises on the deployment of staff on major projects and pursuits
• Manages a team of Survey/Geomatics professionals. Carries out supervisory responsibilities, including hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; coaching and motivating; and addressing problems
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent management skills with an emphasis on performance recognition and development
• Ability to strategically identify and implement innovative ideas that add value
• Proficient in a broad array of technical skills with professional mastery
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with others
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented
• Skills and knowledge must be commensurate with required experience and job level

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing Survey/Geomatics projects, including 5+ years of client/staff/project management
• BS in Survey Engineering, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering, Reality Capture, or related field
• Professional Land Surveyor license preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $130,000-165,000. Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Hauppauge, NY is $120,000-160,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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