Party Chief- Land Surveying

Overview

This position will work primarily in the field as a Party Chief of a two or three person field crew.

Responsibilities

Provide direction to field crew members on project tasks in day-to-day field operations. Mentor and train crew members in mapping or surveying methods and equipment usage and maintenance Record timesheet daily Perform mathematical calculations and checking of field data. Take accurate and clear notes with sketches. Read and understand civil and construction plans and specifications. Maintain field equipment, tools, and vehicle. Checks and verifies the work of the team. Obtains land survey data such as angles, elevations, points, contours, and land boundaries using. data collectors, Total Stations, Robotic Total Stations, levels, and GPS-RTK Receivers. Responsible for field work as assigned by the Field Coordinator, Project Manager, or supervisor to include construction staking, topo, boundary, and other types of work Records all field data and information and ensures it is transmitted to the office in the appropriate format. Ensures the crew utilizes the appropriate equipment, personnel, and procedures to maximize efficiency and accuracy in the execution of land surveys.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED certification. 3 to 5 years of experience. Ability to recognize the most efficient and safest method to acquire survey data. Proactive approach to managing job responsibilities and crew. Experience in boundary, topographic, and construction staking. Experience in the operation of surveying instruments and calculators. Proficiency in operating levels and in the use of Total Stations, Robotic Total Stations, preferably Trimble Total Station and Trimble GPS Recievers. Knowledge of basic sources of measurement errors and principles of monumentation & construction staking. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and terrains on a consistent basis and for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry survey equipment up to 35 lbs. on a consistent basis. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees in the organization, both verbally and written. Ability to lead and work effectively in a team. Must be dependable and reliable.

Preferred Qualifications

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.