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Form of workIn 2023, we changed our name from Anderson Engineering, Inc. to OWN, Inc. to be more reflective of our team and the mindset that makes us go. While the name may be new, the links to the past have led us to what we are today: a community of talented employee-owners driven by mutual success.
OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee-ownership. Our purpose is to build futures for our team, our partners, and our communities. With offices throughout Missouri, Arkansas, and Florida, we serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem-solving and service that goes beyond the expected.
We are looking for a Survey Division Leader to join our Springfield, MO team!
Responsibilities may include:
Provide strategic leadership and direction to all survey departments across the company, ensuring alignment with OWN, Inc.'s vision and goals.
Develop and implement company-wide survey strategies to enhance service quality, optimize resources, and drive business growth.
Collaborate with Survey Department Managers to oversee personnel management, project proposals, and research for field and office work, ensuring consistency and excellence.
Drive the adoption of cutting-edge surveying software, technologies, and methodologies, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Total Station, and GPS equipment.
Cultivate positive client relationships at a strategic level, addressing complex needs and concerns, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service company-wide.
Manage and optimize project and department budgets, implementing cost-effective practices and resource allocation strategies.
Mentor and provide strategic guidance to department leaders, fostering their professional development and growth.
Stay at the forefront of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and implement innovative solutions across the organization.
Collaborate closely with the business development team to identify strategic opportunities for the Survey Division's growth.
Ensure company-wide compliance with safety protocols and promote a culture of safety within survey operations.
Oversee the maintenance and archiving of survey records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills/Abilities
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in the state of Missouri.
A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in land surveying, with a strong track record of successful strategic leadership.
Profound familiarity with surveying software and technologies, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GPS equipment.
Demonstrated ability to engage in strategic business development activities, including strategic client management and relationship building.
Exceptional strategic management skills, including the ability to oversee multiple objectives, clients, contractors, third parties, and internal team members effectively.
Expertise in advanced survey practices, equipment, and methodologies.
Strong strategic acumen in determining project requirements, setting priorities, and managing resources.
Outstanding strategic time management and organizational skills to meet critical deadlines and deliver high-quality strategic results.
Exceptional strategic communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex concepts and information clearly and concisely.
Capability to lead strategic initiatives that drive company growth and innovation.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Extended periods of sitting and working at a desk.
Ability to work in various outdoor conditions.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
When you join us, you can find your OWN way through our guiding principles:
Owners do it better. Because who knows your vision better than you?
Responsiveness is a superpower. Adaptability and engagement pave the path to excellence.
Success is not a limited resource - Abundance grows when we collectively chase success.
Fun matters - Because joy fuels innovation and connection.
People are at the center of it all . Together, we create meaningful change.
ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees - equitably, a fact most employee-owned firms can't claim.
It is the policy of OWN, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to their race, age, color, physical handicap or disability, military service record, religion, sex, national origin or any other categorization protected by law, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.
