MacKay Sposito is seeking a Survey Manager to lead our survey team in Federal Way, WA. In this role, you will direct the work of technical staff and provide expertise on various land surveying projects. You will also provide oversight ensuring the adherence of professional survey quality assurance, and control processes and procedures.

When you see the words “we’re just like family” in a job posting, do you run for the hills? We get it. But rest assured, when we say “family” at MacKay Sposito, we don’t mean your weird uncle. Think of us as your cool cousins: the ones you play ping pong and darts with at every reunion, or actually look forward to meeting for happy hour. Because we like to do all that stuff, too! (And don’t even get us started on cornhole tournaments or Chili Dog Day). Yes, we’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. If that sounds good to you, let’s talk. Because life is too short to dread Mondays.

We intend to fill this position with a candidate who brings with them a critical and related set of skills, knowledge, and experiences that we might not already have on the team. Simply put, we are interested in finding the best candidate for the job. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. All are encouraged to apply, even those who believe they do not meet every single one of the qualifications.

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.
• Strong business development team - This position is supported by a talented, organized, and proven business development team and processes, with a 68% proposal hit rate in 2022.
• Excellent reputation - Through our nearly 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• We give back to the community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth. In 2022, our team members volunteered as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and a host of other volunteer positions and initiatives.

Keys to Success:

Survey Management Duties

• Develop and execute short and long-term strategic direction for the department.
• Lead and engage Survey Department staff through effective coaching, cross-functional team-building, expectation setting, and implementing professional development.
• Plan and coordinate work of office technicians and field surveyors.
• Participate in business development related activities such as maintaining positive current client relationships while Identifying and securing new survey clients and work.
• Stamp and certify work completed by self and/or others to satisfy legal requirements.

PLS - Project Management Duties

• Direct or conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on deeds and survey data of record.
• Provide oversight for the production of Topographic Surveys, ALTA Surveys, Short Plats, Subdivision Plats, Records of Survey, Resegregations, and legal descriptions.
• Ensure QA/QC of construction staking calculations and staking work is completed by staff.
• Must be able to communicate with clients, contractors, title companies, etc.
• Research records and develop work plans for survey projects.
• Coordinate with survey crews to achieve project goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state, case and federal laws as they pertain to survey projects.
• Manage survey projects, monitor project budgets and review invoices and billing charges related to survey projects.
• Provide scope and fee proposals for surveying services.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years combined experience in both field and office land surveying.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• Professional Licensed Surveyor with a license in good standing in the State of Washington required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Strong communication skills and capable of mentoring and training other technical staff.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail.
• Land Development and platting experience required.
• Experience with Civil 3D.
• Current valid driver’s license and ability to be insured to drive company vehicles is required.

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest, and dedicated to the team and their work.

We believe in constructive candor with our clients and colleagues - sharing our full knowledge and expertise to allow for fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed, and supportive environment, we are able to challenge our people to be the best they can be and to celebrate every success.

About MacKay Sposito:

With a diversified portfolio of business segments including civil engineering, landscape architecture, land surveying, construction management, environmental services, and entitlement and planning services, coupled with our strategic mix of public and private clients, we are well-positioned for stability and growth.

MacKay Sposito is about building lasting relationships and strong communities, whether it’s connecting public and private sectors, helping our clients plan and design a complex mixed-use master plan development, powering a remote rural outpost, or improving a city’s facilities. At our core, we’re committed to honesty, dedication, and relationships. These pillars make up the foundation of how we treat our people, and ultimately our clients.

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage range for this position is $120,000 - $135,000 annually.

Full time employees receive a well rounded benefit package including access to our company sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401k plan with up to a 4% match Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit sharing bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal Contractor we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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