Hydrographic Project Manager

David Evans & Associates Inc
Vancouver, WA 98660
United States
Category
Surveyor
Job Description
David Evans and Associates, Inc. Marine Services Division is looking for aHydrographic Project Manager in our Vancouver, WA location.Our Hydrographic Project Managers actively participate in: business development, client interaction, managing project execution, scope and budget; estimating projects; coordinating, managing and conducting field operations; overseeing and assisting with data processing efforts; managing risk to crew and equipment; QA/QC; keeping abreast with changing technology; strategic planning; and maintaining good relations with clients and staff. The scope would cover a wide range ofhydrographic and marine geophysical services with a primary focus on multibeam bathymetric surveys.Additional duties would include guidance, leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the Marine Services staff.

Responsibilities:
  • Actively participate in business development, client interaction, and managing project execution, scope and budget;
  • Coordinating, managing and conducting field operations;
  • Overseeing and assisting with data processing efforts;
  • Managing risk to crew and equipment;
  • QA/QC;
  • Keeping abreast with changing technology;

Basic Qualifications:
  • Strong project management skills
  • Sound business acumen
  • Ability to use some or all of the following: Reson multibeam systems, Applanix POS/MV positioning and motion reference system, EdgeTech side scan sonars and similar sonar instrumentation
  • Familiar with NOAA and USACE specifications for hydrographic surveys
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience managing, estimating, conducting and processing hydrographic surveys
  • Minimum of five years of experience in successfully managing people and helping them achieve their maximum potential
  • Must be self motivated, detail oriented and safety conscious
  • Strong working knowledge of Windows-based programs, as well as hydrographic data acquisition software including Hypack, SonarWiz, Applanix POSPac, and CARIS HIPS
  • Professional Land Surveyor license in the United States


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong working knowledge of geodesy
  • Degree in Geomatics, or related science field
  • NSPS-THSOA Hydrographer Certification


Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
  • Support for continuing education and training opportunities
  • Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
  • 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
  • Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals
  • Potential hourly rate for this position is $50-$70/hr depending on location and experience