Midland Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee field and office survey operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Supervise project managers and staff in project planning, scheduling, proposal development, cost estimating, and execution.
• Serve as the primary liaison with clients, stakeholders, and external agencies.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives.
• Coordinate personnel, equipment, and resources to meet project and operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality assurance/quality control requirements.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide training and mentorship, and support employee development.
• Review and approve survey deliverables, reports, maps, legal descriptions, and professional service proposals.
• Monitor project progress, prepare status reports, and assist in resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Establish operational goals, improve procedures, and promote a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
• Travel to project sites, client meetings, and field locations as required.

Qualifications

• 10 years of surveying experience in both field and office environments.
• Strong project management, leadership, and team supervision experience.
• Proven knowledge of survey operations, pipeline construction, mapping, and industry standards.
• Proficiency with survey equipment and software, including Trimble and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of state land survey requirements, boundary surveying, topographic surveys, construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project demands, and work effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.