Geomatics Supervisor

SE Design and Consulting Inc. (SE Design) is an established Civil / Municipal Consulting firm that provides engineering, project management, geomatics, geotechnical and consulting services primarily within the northeastern region of Alberta and Lakeland Region; and expanding throughout northern Alberta. We pride ourselves on being innovative and capable of tackling new challenges, developing long-term relationships with our clients, and bettering communities through quality project delivery and community engagement. We provide consulting services from project inception to completion, starting with the preliminary engineering, planning and concept phases, followed by detailed engineering design, tendering, and project and construction management, all with a client-centered, value-added, and cohesive approach. If you are looking for a long-term career working with a supportive and close-knit team of technical and professional staff where you can advance your career, then SE Design is for you. We believe in treating our employees like family and we offer unique benefits that enable a healthy balance between personal life and a rewarding and fulfilling career.

SE Design has a career opportunity for a Geomatics Supervisor in our Cold Lake, Alberta office.

Position Description

• We are seeking a motivated individual with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in providing geomatics and survey services. The Geomatics Supervisor is responsible for taking the lead on geomatics projects and ensures that they are well planned and successfully executed.
• The Geomatics Supervisor role will provide leadership and oversight of geomatics projects including land development, topographic surveys, road and utility construction surveys, and other varied types of surveys.
• This role will involve periodic interoffice travel to Edmonton for project implementation and execution.

Position Duties

• Supervise the day-to-day office and field geomatics projects undertaken by the SE Design project delivery team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and support to geomatics staff to facilitate successful project execution.
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, procedures, and industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently in the field while exercising sound judgment and decision-making.
• Experience with construction layout, topographic surveys, as-built surveys, and utility staking.
• Coordinate with the SE Design project delivery team to communicate project scope, priorities, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Provide guidance, training and mentoring of SE Design’s geomatics team of technical staff.
• Validate core competencies for the geomatics team members to ensure that technical staff meet corporate competency requirements.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution while assisting Project Managers in achieving project objectives and timelines.
• Anticipate client’s questions or concerns and keep ahead of any impact on a client’s project and ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues with exceptional time and people management skills.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, Trimble Business Center, and AutoCAD Civil 3D to review, interpret, and support the preparation of field files for survey plans and project deliverables.
• Perform and oversee drafting and calculations for construction surveying projects, including preliminary topographic surveys, record plan surveys, utility staking, road construction layout, pile staking and construction gridline layout.
• Deploy and operate industry-leading survey hardware, including Trimble R-Series GNSS receivers (via Trimble Access software), total stations, and digital levels to ensure high-precision field data collection.
• Use of UAV technology to conduct aerial surveys, managing the workflow from flight operations to post-processing for the creation of accurate orthomosaics, 3D surface models, and engineering deliverables.
• Review survey documentation, calculations, and reports prepared by technical staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with project administration activities, including tracking project progress, supporting billing information, and communicating project status to Project Managers.
• Lead regular team meetings to coordinate workloads, communicate project updates, address technical issues, and promote efficient project delivery.
• Supervise office operations related to survey data management, drafting, quality control, and document organization.
• Promote and participate in the implementation and maintenance of SE Design’s Health, Safety, and Environment Program, including compliance with COR certification requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve workflows, processes, and team efficiency.
• Coordinate equipment, vehicles, and survey instrumentation to ensure resources are properly maintained, calibrated, and available for project needs.
• Assist management with workforce planning, recruitment, and onboarding of new geomatics staff as required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in geomatics engineering, geomatics technology program or related field.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of practical surveying experience.
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center, Trimble Access, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Agisoft Metashape, and DJI Terra.
• Proven ability to lead survey crews and coordinate field operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage geomatics projects, work effectively in diverse client environments, and lead multidisciplinary technical and professional teams.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, including Secret level, for access to 4 Wing Cold Lake.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License with a minimum of 4 years verified Canadian driving experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the flexibility to adapt to a variety of projects and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other standard engineering and surveying software.
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or developing project staff is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and maintaining industry best practices.

Compensation

• Competitive financial compensation and benefit packages commensurate with experience.
• Benefit package includes corporate RRSP matching, prescription drug coverage, dental care, long term disability, life insurance, dependent life insurance, AD&D and Family Assistance.
• Exposure to varied and extensive project work with the potential for steep career growth.
• Corporate training and career advancement opportunities.