Professional Land Surveyor- Team Leader

About DJ&A

At DJ&A, you'll join a multidisciplinary professional services firm where surveying plays a central role in delivering public‑facing infrastructure projects across the western U.S. We're dedicated to making a positive impact both in our industry and in the communities we serve. If you're a driven, talented professional looking for purpose, challenge, and the opportunity to work on rewarding projects in remarkable locations and make meaningful impact, DJ&A is the place where your skills, ideas, and ambitions will thrive. We invite you to contribute to our ongoing success and advance your career at DJ&A.

We are currently seeking a Survey Team Leader that is interested in joining our growing company to help lead an established high‑performing survey group in our Missoula office. This highly visible role drives day-to-day operations and serves as a primary client-facing leader to advance quality delivery and sustained growth in the region. The candidate must have a thorough understanding of the Design, Engineering, and Survey industry and a strong understanding of the regional and local market. The successful candidate must also have a strong work ethic, a high regard for the survey profession, and excellent technical, analytical, and organizational skills.

Core Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Financial Management

• Oversee statewide survey operations, including staffing plans, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project performance, utilization, AR, and key KPIs; implement corrective actions to maintain schedule, quality, and profitability.
• Establish annual operating plans in partnership with the survey Group Lead and project managers and track progress against targets.

Client & Business Development

• Act as a key point of contact for existing and prospective clients; ensure responsive communication and long-term relationships.
• Lead and support pursuits: market intelligence, go/no-go, teaming, proposals/RFQs, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Represent the firm at local industry events and client meetings; proactively identify new opportunities and drive year-over-year revenue growth.

People Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across field crews, technicians, and licensed professionals.
• Set expectations, provide coaching and timely feedback; build a culture centered on safety, technical excellence, collaboration, and engagement.
• Forecast recruiting needs and support hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives to meet workload demands.

Project Delivery, Compliance & QA/QC

• Champion best practices from kickoff through closeout to meet scope, schedule, budget and quality.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and internal quality standards; implement QA/QC reviews and audits.
• Continuously improve processes, tools, and templates to enhance accuracy and efficiency across deliverables.

Technical Responsibilities

• Oversee and support boundary, topographic, construction staking, and related survey services; supervise field crews and survey technicians.
• Guide research, analysis, and preparation of maps, legal descriptions, and survey reports; provide expert support as needed.
• Promote effective use of GPS/GNSS, GIS, and modern survey software (e.g., Autodesk Civil 3D, Carlson, Trimble Business Center; MicroStation as applicable).

Qualifications

Required

• Active Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Montana.
• Over 20 years of progressive experience in land surveying, with a proven track record of leading both field and office teams. 
• Strong leadership abilities managing team dynamics, overseeing office operations, and coordinating cross-disciplinary project delivery.
• A strong business development mindset, with a proven ability to build relationships and understand market dynamics.
• Proven capability in operations management, financial oversight, and client service.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to lead through influence across disciplines and offices.
• Ensure all work meets local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal QA standards
• Local-market presence within Montana and knowledge of regional clients and practices.
• Proficiency with current surveying technologies and software (Civil 3D and/or Carlson; Trimble Business Center; GPS/GNSS; GIS).

Preferred

• 20+ years of experience and track record leading a survey team.
• Multi-state RLS registration.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of federal contracting requirements.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Monthly medical premiums fully paid)
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with Annual Company Deposit
• Roth and 401(k) Retirement Accounts
• Profit Sharing and Bonus Plan
• 9/80 Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Registration Reimbursement/Licensure Reimbursement
• Professional Development Training

Today, our diverse team of talented professionals operates from thriving offices in Missoula, MT; Bozeman, MT; Vancouver, WA; Lakewood, CO; Reno, NV; and Albuquerque, NM.

DJ&A is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here and Supplemental EEO notice here.

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@djanda.com.