Geospatial Manager

Job Opportunity: Leadership Role in Project Management

Position: Department Leader - Geospatial Management
Location: Manchester
Type: Full-time

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team and shape the future of geospatial project management? Join our client as a Department Leader, where you'll drive strategic initiatives, manage high-impact projects, and foster business growth. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring project success and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

Department Strategy:

• Develop and implement departmental objectives and strategies in alignment with company goals.
• Break down strategic objectives into actionable plans and communicate them effectively to the team.
• Promote the companys culture, vision, and values within the department.
• Gather client feedback to refine and improve project direction.
• Validate project scopes, manage risks, and engage stakeholders to monitor performance metrics.

Project Management:

• Oversee geospatial management plans and survey activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance of staff on-site.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and employer representatives.
• Provide technical expertise on spatial data and manage survey workflows.
• Coordinate and plan project scanning activities, ensuring timely delivery of quality data.

Sales & Business Development:

• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop a robust sales pipeline.
• Analyse competitor strategies and maintain industry connections.
• Maintain professional memberships and stay updated with industry standards.

Tendering & Negotiation:

• Assess client requirements and propose suitable solutions and pricing.
• Ensure all proposals align with company processes and capabilities.
• Manage commercial contracts and lead dispute resolution efforts.
• Maintain client relationships throughout project implementation.

Management Objectives:

• Implement effective project management processes and establish efficient project plans.
• Communicate regularly with the team to ensure project milestones are met.
• Provide training and performance reviews for team members.
• Support HR processes and promote teamwork and staff development.

Quality, Health & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all regulations and internal policies.
• Promote a safety culture and implement learnings from incidents.
• Report quarterly KPIs and manage project-specific safety requirements.

General:

• Provide leadership on technical and technology-related questions.
• Discover and implement new technologies for competitive advantage.
• Facilitate business growth by collaborating with clients and business partners.
• Support organisational change initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Geomatics or Civil Engineering.
• Proven project management experience.
• Chartered Surveyor/Engineer.
• Proven performance and operations management experience.
• Valid drivers license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build trust and communicate technical information effectively.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• BIM experience is an advantage.

Join us and lead the way in geospatial project management, ensuring success and growth for our clients team. Apply now to be part of this exciting journey!