Director, Surveys and Geomatics

Position Summary: At IO, surveys and geomatics function ensures precise measurements and accurate mapping, which are essential for planning and executing infrastructure projects. This meticulous work takes form of land surveying, title searches, and application of advanced GIS tools and techniques. The Survey and Geomatics team is function with a long corporate history and hold a enterprise responsibility for managing and maintaining IO’s GIS information database and search application called GeoPortal used by ministries of Ontario Government and partner organization in the federal government.

The Director, Surveys and Geomatics reports works closely with other units that includes the Research Unit and the Data and Analytics Unit and other teams within IO’s Data & Knowledge Management Department. The Director provides subject matter expertise and leadership to the organization, overseeing the operational management of land survey and geomatics services. Knowledge and understanding on both domains are desirable to successful manage this function.

The Director leads a team of land survey specialists, and mapping specialists. The role is both technical and operational. Hands-on technical work is expected at times. This role involves important collaboration and business services management role, requiring the individual to manage internal and external client expectations, service standards, product management and continued strategic development of the vendor managed GeoPortal accesses by thousands or users.

What You Will Do: Manage the provision and delivery of specialized GIS, mapping, survey, and conveyance services. Provide technical advice and recommendations, supervise the design and implementation of standards, and ensure quality control. Develop and maintain partnerships with government ministries and agencies, secure new clients, and promote GeoPortal products and services to generate non-tax revenue for the Province of Ontario.

Oversee the management of GIS systems and related service providers, recommend technological upgrades, and ensure data quality, access, security, and integrity. Prepare and manage procurement documents, negotiate licenses, and oversee service providers to ensure compliance with service level expectations. Manage the coordination, preparation, and control of the business unit’s budget. Develop and provide training in surveys, title search, and GIS systems for staff and users.

Set performance standards, review staff performance, and participate in recruitment. Responsible for leading new approaches to geomatics and GIS systems to incorporate their usage throughout corporate decision-making. Lead the development of new GIS guidelines, specifications, and standards that set a benchmark for the industry and improve data integration and accessibility. Support the rollout of IO’s Underground Infrastructure Mapping Initiative, which is focused on delivering a centralized and secure digital repository for underground mapping data across the Province.

Who You Are: University or college degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Physical Geography, Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Many years of experience in surveys and geomatics, with expertise in GIS systems (hardware and software), mapping, and conveyance services. Knowledge of data management and technological systems is essential. Registered Land Surveyor accreditation would be a strong asset.

Knowledge of legislation and regulations for professional surveying such as the Surveyor Act and associated regulations is an asset. Understanding of data management, application architecture, geospatial data standards and data quality management. Strong analytics skills to assess emerging technologies and evaluate business case. Experience in consulting or advisory skills to provide technical consulting for geospatial products and strategic guidance would be an asset.

Experience with Digital Twin platform and mapping implementation would be an asset. Experiences in client relationship management and sales would be an asset Strong communication skills to market geospatial products to promote geomatics services would be an asset Experiences in product management and/or data product management would be an asset. Experiences in contract management, negotiation skills, financial administrative operations including budget development and asset management would be assets.

Experience in leading multi-year strategic business program and services plan. Experience in planning, coordinating or managing IT procurement would be an asset. Strong leadership and team management skills, especially in service operations, excellent communication and presentation abilities, and a deep understanding of geomatics frameworks and industry practices. Experience with developing unit training programs and development roadmaps.

Knowledge of public sector policies (Ontario or federal) and data governance practices, including data privacy, is an asset. What We Offer: Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve. A Defined Contribution Pension Plan, with Infrastructure Ontario contributing the equivalent of 5% of a full-time employee’s annual salary and will also match any employee contribution up to an additional 5% of their annual salary.

To provide further options for planning and saving for the future, IO offers a Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account to eligible employees. A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more. A pregnancy and parental leave program that offers expecting, eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 31 weeks, and our parental leave program offers eligible employees a top-up to 95% of their annual base salary for 15 weeks.

Access to our $1000 Healthcare Spending Account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program and a Lifestyle Account that expands the eligibility of health and wellness options and can include coverage for gym memberships and fitness equipment, nutrition counselling or financial planning. Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

IO will also cover the costs associated with up to two membership and license fees per year for eligible colleagues if directly related to the employee’s role. Access to a suite of virtual healthcare options to support non-urgent medical needs. A convenient, central location at 1 Dundas St West, easily accessible by public transit. We offer a competitive salary range of $139,000 to $160,000 (M3 level), pay will align with skills, knowledge and experience of the candidate.

This posting will close on November 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Interviews will occur on a rolling basis until the role is filled. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, knowledge and experience. This posting is for a current active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this position.