Hydrographic Project Manager

David Evans and Associates, Inc. Marine Services Division is looking for a Hydrographic Project Manager. 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 of hydrographic 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of geodesy

• Degree in Geomatics, or related science field

• NSPS-THSOA Hydrographer Certification

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor

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

Potential office locations include: Gulfport, MS and Southern California