Industrial Metrology / Survey Project Manager

DLZ Corporation

$75K — $95K *
Akron, OH 44312In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
  • 2+ years leading industrial survey, precision alignment, or metrology projects.
  • Proficiency with industry technologies such as FARO & Leica Laser Trackers, Leica 3D Laser Scanners, Rotalign Systems, Spatial Analyzer, PolyWorks.
  • Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
  • Strong project management, communication, and client-relations skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to steel mills, manufacturing facilities, and heavy industrial sites.
  • Experience in industrial alignment and/or plant environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage industrial metrology and survey projects, including Laser Tracker Alignment, High Definition 3D Laser Scanning, Precision Optical Alignment, and Construction Layout.
  • Serve as the primary client-facing project lead, ensuring clear communication and management of expectations.
  • Develop comprehensive project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk plans, and close-out documentation.
  • Enforce QA/QC on all measurement, alignment, and survey deliverables.
  • Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and execution plans for projects.
  • Coordinate field crews, instruments, and resources for project execution.
  • Conduct field audits to verify adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
  • Mentor technicians through plan reviews and data validation processes.
  • Expand DLZ's industrial metrology presence with key clients and pursue new market opportunities.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
  • 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Life & AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Wellness program with reimbursement benefits
Full Job Description
DLZ Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and grow our Industrial Survey and Metrology operations supporting existing and new clients across. This role manages complex field projects in heavy industrial environments-steel, aluminum, oil & gas, rubber, paper, manufacturing, and power generation-with a focus on construction survey, high-definition laser scanning, and precision alignment services.

What We Need:
A hands-on Project Manager who can run and grow our industrial metrology, precision alignment, and construction survey work. Someone who thrives in steel mills and heavy industrial environments, understands metrology technology, and can manage clients, crews, and complex technical projects from start to finish.

What to Expect:
You9ll lead high impact field projects involving laser tracker alignment, 3D laser scanning, optical alignment, and construction layout for major industrial clients in steel, aluminum, oil & gas, rubber, paper, manufacturing, and power. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, direct field crews, ensure QA/QC, and help expand DLZ9s industrial metrology presence.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage industrial metrology and survey projects, including:
    • Laser Tracker Alignment
    • High Definition 3D Laser Scanning
    • Precision Optical Alignment
    • Construction Layout, Control, and As Builts
  • Serve as the primary client-facing project lead, overseeing communication, expectations, change management, and deliverables.
  • Develop complete project scopes, schedules, budgets, risk plans, and close-out documentation.
  • Oversee and enforce QA/QC on all measurement, alignment, and survey deliverables.
  • Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and project execution plans for industrial metrology/survey work.
  • Coordinate and dispatch field crews, instrumentation, and support resources for projects.
  • Conduct field audits to ensure adherence to DLZ safety protocols and industry best practices.
  • Support and mentor technicians through plan reviews, data validation, and quality assurance processes.
  • Maintain and expand DLZ9s presence with key industrial clients; proactively pursue new opportunities in the market.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support growing operations.

Job Qualifications:
  • Bachelor9s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
  • 2+ years leading industrial survey, precision alignment, or metrology projects.
  • Proficiency with industry technologies such as:
    • FARO & Leica Laser Trackers, Leica 3D Laser Scanners, Rotalign Systems, Spatial Analyzer, PolyWorks,
  • AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
  • Strong project management, communication, and client-relations skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to steel mills, manufacturing facilities, and heavy industrial sites.
  • Experience in industrial alignment and/or plant environments strongly preferred.

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
  • 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Life & AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

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