Land Surveying Manager at Farnsworth Group, Inc. in St Louis, MO | Kablio

Role

Description

survey production

cad management

site visits

quality assurance

contract management

budget monitoring

Helps develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standards for field & office.
Participates in business development activities and actively networks with clients and professional associations as needed.
Produces complete and accurate surveys to aid the company's success.
Assigns work assignments and utilizes CAD platforms to meet satisfy client deliverables.
Visits project sites as needed to meet with clients and monitor surveying progress.
History of supervising, managing and training field & office technicians.
Sets up contracts, monitors budgets, anticipates risk, discusses tendencies with manager.
Ensures the quality, accuracy, and completeness of project work according to company policy, industry best practices, state & local statutes, and client requirements.
Serves as the licensed surveyor in charge of assigned projects.
Participates in weekly meetings covering workload, schedule, and personnel.
Manages personnel functions such as hiring, performance reviews, salary recommendations, staff training, and employee development.
Encourages and supports the company's safety-oriented culture.
Prepares and reviews RFQ, SOQ, and cost/fee proposals with clients and internal personnel and determines resource allocation, schedule, and project feasibility.
Analyzes the department's fiscal needs including staffing and equipment; Assists in the development of yearly budgets, makes recommendations, and reconciles budgetary funds

Requirements

12+ yrs

professional license

trimble

autocad

aerial drone

project management

12+ years surveying experience (4 years as a licensed professional surveyor)
Professional Land Surveyor's License required (PLS, RLS, LS)
Working knowledge of Trimble field equipment and Trimble Business Center.
Ability to apply current & new technology to develop projects.
Ability to use AutoCAD C3D, Microstation ORD to review and produce client deliverables.
Experience with MS Office products (word & excel).
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to operate in a mentor / mentee Team atmosphere
Desire to sit for Professional Land Surveyor's exam in neighboring states.
Experienced with surveying control networks, the PLSS system, and QA/QC procedures.
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree / Land Surveying certificate (preferred)
Project management and client invoicing experience.
Valid US driver's license & good driving record & ability to travel, as needed.
Experienced with Aerial Drone and 3D Point Cloud scanning technology.
Ability to develop business and maintain client relationships

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Mentoring Program
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Professional Development and Training
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Pet Insurance Plan
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Hybrid Work Program
Short & Long-Term Disability

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

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Role

Description

survey production

cad management

site visits

quality assurance

contract management

budget monitoring

Helps develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standards for field & office.
Participates in business development activities and actively networks with clients and professional associations as needed.
Produces complete and accurate surveys to aid the company's success.
Assigns work assignments and utilizes CAD platforms to meet satisfy client deliverables.
Visits project sites as needed to meet with clients and monitor surveying progress.
History of supervising, managing and training field & office technicians.
Sets up contracts, monitors budgets, anticipates risk, discusses tendencies with manager.
Ensures the quality, accuracy, and completeness of project work according to company policy, industry best practices, state & local statutes, and client requirements.
Serves as the licensed surveyor in charge of assigned projects.
Participates in weekly meetings covering workload, schedule, and personnel.
Manages personnel functions such as hiring, performance reviews, salary recommendations, staff training, and employee development.
Encourages and supports the company's safety-oriented culture.
Prepares and reviews RFQ, SOQ, and cost/fee proposals with clients and internal personnel and determines resource allocation, schedule, and project feasibility.
Analyzes the department's fiscal needs including staffing and equipment; Assists in the development of yearly budgets, makes recommendations, and reconciles budgetary funds

Requirements

12+ yrs

professional license

trimble

autocad

aerial drone

project management

12+ years surveying experience (4 years as a licensed professional surveyor)
Professional Land Surveyor's License required (PLS, RLS, LS)
Working knowledge of Trimble field equipment and Trimble Business Center.
Ability to apply current & new technology to develop projects.
Ability to use AutoCAD C3D, Microstation ORD to review and produce client deliverables.
Experience with MS Office products (word & excel).
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to operate in a mentor / mentee Team atmosphere
Desire to sit for Professional Land Surveyor's exam in neighboring states.
Experienced with surveying control networks, the PLSS system, and QA/QC procedures.
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree / Land Surveying certificate (preferred)
Project management and client invoicing experience.
Valid US driver's license & good driving record & ability to travel, as needed.
Experienced with Aerial Drone and 3D Point Cloud scanning technology.
Ability to develop business and maintain client relationships

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Mentoring Program
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Professional Development and Training
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Pet Insurance Plan
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Hybrid Work Program
Short & Long-Term Disability

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

Articles

Careers

Trenchless Technology Profile

Land Surveying Manager

Farnsworth Group, Inc.

Land Surveying Manager

Farnsworth Group, Inc.

Description

survey production

cad management

site visits

quality assurance

contract management

budget monitoring

Requirements

12+ yrs

professional license

trimble

autocad

aerial drone

project management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

survey production

cad management

site visits

quality assurance

contract management

budget monitoring

Requirements

12+ yrs

professional license

trimble

autocad

aerial drone

project management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

1973

Year Founded

The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.

95% Employee Pride

Employee Satisfaction

Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.

2016–2024 Certification

Great Place to Work

Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.

500+ Professionals

Employee Count

A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.

90% Repeat Clients

Client Satisfaction

High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.