Come Grow with Us!

Established in 1949, Midwest is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, utility, construction, and municipal applications through our eight offices in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology-driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.

We are looking for a Project Manager to support our municipal survey operations in Regina or Saskatoon.

Saskatchewan is growing and leading the country in many economic areas and Regina & Saskatoon is booming with this trend. Enriched by an abundance of parks & recreational facilities, a vibrant arts culture, and attractive neighborhoods, Regina or Saskatoon is an exceptional place to call home. Our Saskatchewan locations are consistently busy, providing an excellent opportunity to work in a bustling environment. Click here to learn more about the capital of Saskatchewan and click here to learn more about Saskatoon!

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Respond to client requests for municipal, construction and legal survey services;
• Prepare survey bids, and interpret and recommend scope, spreadsheets, and project authorization;
• Distribute project job packages, ensuring relevant documentation is enclosed;
• Maintain relationships with clients and discuss upcoming projects and bids;
• Communicate with clients on client project requests, project specific and technical issues;
• Respond to project related inquiries from GIS technicians, Geomatics Technicians and Drafting staff;
• Review daily scope of work and HSE Safety requirements;
• Provide progress invoices and/or final invoices and invoice justification to clients;
• Provide mentorship and project management development to Geomatics Technicians;
• Communicate with client to establish project requirements, project scope, timelines, job expectations and resource requirements;
• Select appropriate staff, delegate work assignments and provide technical direction to project team;
• Calculate and check all types of survey plans;
• Reviewing progress and performance of survey field notes and data;
• Coordinate the documentation and tracking of the survey data for current projects;
• Responsible for accuracy and proper presentation of notes and ensuring they are completed according to schedule;
• Complete daily updates to project track sheets;
• Attend project meetings;
• Attend the field as necessary to provide technical direction and support to the field crews and to monitor progress and performance;
• Review project land information files and resolve issues;
• Consistently look for new ideas to streamline and gain efficiencies;
• Promote a positive work environment, including adherence to and active engagement in safety and quality policy and procedures.
• Arrange field crew orientation(s) and safe work permits; and
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Office Manager and/or Land Surveyor.

What You Offer:

• Degree or Diploma in Geomatics from a recognized technical school or equivalent experience;
• 3+ years of experience as a Geomatics Technician, Project Manager, or related position, or 5+ years of experience as a field crew lead/supervisor
• Experience managing or supervising people.
• SLS commission is an asset, but not required.
• Candidates that have an SLS designation will be considered for a Land Surveyor position.

Key Competencies and Behavioral Attributes:

• Displays excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization;
• Good understanding of operational business fundamentals;
• Displays a professional image (appearance and behavior) at all times, both in the office and when representing Midwest Surveys Inc.;
• Proven ability to motivate and engage other team members over the duration of the project to achieve continuous superior customer service and timely delivery of Midwest products;
• As a team player, has the ability to recognize employee skill short comings and provide mentorship, training, or reassign job activities to others;
• Identifies and addresses training requirements of team members for professional development; and
• Demonstrates accepted practices to both field crews and office staff in leadership skills with employee motivation and development.

What We Offer:

• Unique employee-ownership opportunities for professionals.
• Employer-paid benefits package includes a flexible health spending account, extended health coverage, prescription coverage, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, personal/sick days, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Education Assistance Program supports a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Generous vacation policy.
• Employee recognition program.
• Compassionate employer who welcomes you to bring your whole self to work.
• Outstanding work environment that focuses on teamwork and collaboration.

If you are looking to further your career and think we are the right organization for you, we want to hear from you! For more information about Midwest careers and services, visit our website at www.midwest.ca.

We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.