We are currently seeking a surveyor for the Illinois Professional Land Surveyor - Project Manager position with 5 to 10 years of professional experience to lead our Surveying Operations in Downers Grove, IL.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation's top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

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The individual must work responsibly and respectfully, provide leadership to the team, grow potential business in a designated geographic region
• Coordination with crews and technicians to establish project responsibilities and priorities
• Coordination with other discipline leads (including SUE) on scheduling objectives and project milestones
• A complete understanding of how to manage a quality control program and follow established policies and procedures is necessary
• Strong communication skills and a thorough understanding for determining priorities as delivered by various clients will be required
• This position will work cooperatively under the direction of the Area Manager and in relations with several other division professionals in the Tampa office
• Expected continuous improvement of project workflows, creating efficiencies through innovation and technology is a plus and having a good understanding of business will be required

• Registration in good standing as an Illinois Professional Land Surveyor is required
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Geomatics or equivalent and 5 years of post-licensure experience preferred
• Minimum of 5 years managing/surveying infrastructure projects supporting state and local government agencies
• Familiarity and experience in using MicroStation is required as it relates to supporting all aspects of IDOT transportation projects is a plus
• Outstanding communication skills and understanding how to provide overall client/project management is mandatory
• A professional and courteous approach to management
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas

WGI is a dynamic work environment with focused attention to delivering quality work, responsively and professionally. We utilized proven technology for creating efficiencies of business and to deliver projects combining multiple means for data collection to create a cost-effective geospatial solution for our clients. A willingness to work cohesively as a team and be respectable to everyone is mandatory. Very strong organization skills, open communication and diplomacy will be key for success in this position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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