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Associate Director - Survey and Mapping

Atwell
  • Newark, Delaware
  • $140,000–$200,000 Per Year
11 days ago

Job Description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

  • Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
  • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
  • Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
  • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

We’re looking for an AssociateDirector of Survey who blends technical mastery with leadership vision. Someone who has built their reputation on accuracy, relationships, and results. You will guide our survey practice, shape strategy, and ensure that our work continues to set the standard in quality and service.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead with VisionDevelop and execute a strategic plan for our survey group that aligns people, projects, and processes to support growth, technical excellence, and client satisfaction.
  • Build on Local StrengthsLeverage your established relationships within the surveying, land development, and municipal communities. You know the local landscape, the clients, the agencies, and the terrain, and you will use that insight to open doors and strengthen our presence in the region.
  • Drive Technical ExcellenceSet the tone for quality and consistency across all survey deliverables. Provide senior-level technical oversight, establish standards, and ensure our teams are equipped to deliver with accuracy and confidence.
  • Empower and Mentor TeamsCoach project managers, field crews, and office staff to grow their technical and leadership abilities. Your mentorship will shape the next generation of survey professionals and strengthen our culture of learning and accountability.
  • Foster Strong Client PartnershipsRepresent our survey practice with integrity and professionalism. Develop and maintain client relationships built on trust, responsiveness, and results that turn first-time clients into long-term partners.
  • Collaborate Across DisciplinesWork closely with engineering, planning, and environmental teams to deliver integrated, efficient solutions that meet client goals and uphold our reputation for excellence.
  • Ensure Financial PerformanceOversee budgets, schedules, invoicing, and profitability metrics for the survey group. You will drive operational efficiency and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Champion Innovation and Continuous ImprovementStay ahead of emerging technologies, tools, and industry practices. Encourage the team to explore advancements in survey methods and software that improve quality, safety, and efficiency.
  • Represent Our Values in the Field and the CommunityAct as the face of our survey practice by attending local professional events, engaging with associations, and strengthening our connections in the markets we serve.

What You Bring:

  • Professional Survey License in Delaware (preference for additional state license credentials)
  • Extensive experience in land surveying with progressive leadership responsibilities
  • Strong local relationships and a respected presence in the regional survey and land development community
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and deliver projects successfully
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Technical expertise in survey principles, standards, and technologies
  • Business acumen with a track record of contributing to growth and profitability

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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Pay Range

$140,000 - $200,000USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages 
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment 
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals 
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewark, Delaware
IndustryEngineering Services
Salary$140,000–$200,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded2008
Websitehttp://www.atwell-group.com

About Company

Atwell is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering and construction industry. We serve three markets, and deliver countless solutions to our clients.

Atwell includes three divisions – Atwell, LLC, Strategic Construction Solutions, and Atwell Canada. As individual entities, these companies offer custom solutions for your precise industry. Working together, they collaborate seamlessly across departments and locations to deliver what you need, where you need it, all from one trusted source.

Atwell International: Expertise on the global stage
To service clients with global interests or portfolios, Atwell operates an international division with experience in more than 25 countries on five continents. Our teams are able to offer consistent program management for US-based organizations expanding into other countries, as well as support foreign investors and companies with real estate interests in the US.

Our team has provided program management, regulatory consulting, environmental consulting and development services in support of major manufacturers and suppliers in global markets, specifically automotive and transportation.

Driven by projects and clients, the division has had a sustained presence in Asia for the past decade, with offices previously in both South Korea and China. Atwell also maintains relationships with global partners to extend its reach and knowledge base to any area, regardless of previous experience.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Skillsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Engineeringunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • Emerging Technologyunmatched
  • Fitnessunmatched
  • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
  • Land Developmentunmatched
  • Land Surveyingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Market Surveysunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Metricsunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Profit & Lossunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Real Estate Developmentunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Sales Managementunmatched
  • Software Administrationunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Student Loansunmatched
  • Survey Softwareunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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