Survey Project Manager

About

Reporting to the Regional Survey Manager, the Survey Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering survey projects based out of our Fort McMurray, AB location. This operation provides a diverse suite of services, including Legal and Construction Surveying, Underground Utility Locating, 3D Laser Scanning, and UAV‑based survey solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is eager to grow their career while playing a key role in building and expanding a high‑performing regional operation.

The successful candidate will contribute to long‑term growth, service diversification, and sustainable success through strong leadership, client engagement, and project delivery excellence.

The Project Manager is accountable for supporting both new and existing survey opportunities, fostering strong client relationships, and coordinating field and office resources to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. This role includes managing multiple projects, supervising and mentoring survey staff, and serving as a positive leader within the operation. The Project Manager is also an active contributor to LN’s safety culture, ensuring all work is executed in accordance with LN standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements, while supporting the professional development and success of the team.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Post‑secondary diploma in Geomatics or equivalent experience in the Geomatics industry
• Professional Designation an asset, but not required
• 8 + years Geomatics Industry experience
• 3 + years of Field Survey Supervisory experience
• Construction Survey experience is required
• Extensive experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D & Trimble Business Center is required
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (with a clean 5‑year abstract)
• CSTS, OSSA/BSO, First Aid and H2S Alive certifications
• Underground/Line Locating Certification and/or UAV Pilot License an asset
• Experience managing survey projects/jobs and supervising personnel
• Strong work ethic and proven reliability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to learn, take direction and accept coaching feedback
• Passion for excellence and attention to detail
• Desire to train and learn new skills

Key Accountabilities

Safety

• Actively participate in corporate HSE Program
• Actively participate in client HSE Programs ensuring requirements are understood and met
• Lead by example, ensuring all corporate safety program elements are implemented
• Support and participate in Safety Committee activities
• Conduct project/field safety audits when required

Operations

• Actively seek out new opportunities
• Ensure goals are met through established strategies
• Troubleshoot issues and handle field crew questions
• Assist in completing proposals, quotes, estimates, and pre‑qualifications
• Pursue local marketing and promotional opportunities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Oversee employees, assign work, supervise execution of work and quality
• Manage projects/work
• Assist in local hiring and workforce management
• Maintain accurate inventory records of all equipment and materials
• Develop strong colleague relationships and support other regional operations when needed

Work Conditions

• Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta (relocation assistance and support available)
• Primarily office‑based but may require field work; must be comfortable working outdoors at times and be physically fit
• Eligible to permanently work in Canada or possess the required approvals to work permanently in Canada.