About the role
Surveying managers lead the work within surveying organizations and are responsible for ensuring that geographic information is handled correctly. They often have a college education in surveying, geodesy, or another relevant technical discipline. Their role is strategic and often includes both staff management and business development.Responsibilities
Surveying managers oversee projects related to property formation, mapping, and geographic information systems (GIS). They are responsible for the budget, staff, and achieving the goals of the operation. They also ensure that laws and regulations in the field are complied with and that the quality of the work is maintained.Skills and tools
Surveying managers must have good leadership skills and knowledge of surveying and GIS. They use tools such as GIS software and databases to manage geographic data. Analytical ability, decision-making, and communication skills are central to their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and samhällsbyggnad.