Geomatics Survey Manager

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking an experienced Geomatics Survey Manager to lead and grow our team in Hauppauge, Long Island. In this role, you will guide diverse, complex projects from planning through delivery—combining strong program and project management with innovative, data-driven geospatial technologies to deliver accurate, timely results for our clients.

At VHB, our Geomatics professionals turn spatial data into actionable insight. From surveying, GPS, LiDAR, and remote sensing to GIS, photogrammetry, and hydrography, our team applies proven workflows and leading-edge tools to solve project challenges, maintain continuity, and deliver high-quality work on time and within budget. If you are a collaborative leader who is passionate about advancing geospatial solutions and developing high-performing teams, we invite you to help shape what’s next.

Learn more about our Geomatics team at VHB: Geomatics

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

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in New York, is $150,000 to $180,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program. 

Annual base salary is one component of VHB’s Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. 

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist 

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.  

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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