Professional Land Surveyor, Department Manager

Professional Land Surveyor / Survey Department ManagerGreat Falls, Montana | Relocation Assistance Available

Orion Group is partnering with a respected, employee-owned engineering consultancy to recruit a Professional Land Surveyor / Survey Department Manager for its Great Falls, Montana office.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Professional Land Surveyor looking to lead an established team while remaining hands-on with technically challenging projects across the region.

Why Consider This Opportunity?
One of the biggest attractions of this position is the exceptional long-term project pipeline.

The successful candidate will support projects associated with the modernization of Malmstrom Air Force Base as part of the U.S. Air Force's Sentinel programme. With over $1 billion in planned infrastructure investment, this programme will deliver major civil engineering work for years to come, including:

• Civil infrastructure
• Underground facilities
• Utility upgrades
• Transportation improvements
• Site development
• Military infrastructure

Combined with a strong portfolio of municipal and private-sector work, this offers excellent long-term career stability and exposure to some of Montana's most significant infrastructure projects.

The Role
The successful candidate will lead and develop the Survey Department while delivering a wide variety of surveying projects, including:

• Boundary Surveys
• Cadastral Surveys
• ALTA Surveys
• Topographic Surveys
• Construction Staking
• Hydraulic Surveys

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing survey projects from planning through completion
• Leading and mentoring survey staff
• Processing survey data using Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D
• Preparing plats, legal descriptions and survey documentation
• Working closely with engineers, developers and public agencies
• Maintaining technical quality and regulatory compliance
• Supporting the continued growth of the survey department

What We're Looking For

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licence (Montana preferred)
• Candidates licensed in another state who are committed to obtaining Montana licensure are encouraged to apply
• Experience leading survey projects and teams
• Strong background in boundary, ALTA, topographic and construction surveys
• Experience with Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D and AutoCAD
• Excellent communication and client management skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Performance bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible working arrangements
• Relocation assistance
• Excellent long-term career progression within a growing employee-owned engineering business

To learn more about the opportunity, including salary, relocation support and the full benefits package, please get in touch with the Orion Group team for a confidential discussion.


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