Survey Party Chief Land Surveying Construction Layout

A well-established, multi-disciplinary consulting firm is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to join its growing team. This organization provides civil engineering, planning, and surveying services across a wide range of public and private sector projects, and is known for its collaborative culture and long-term career growth opportunities. This role is ideal for a hands-on field leader who takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and mentoring junior staff while working on diverse and meaningful projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a survey field crew on projects including boundary, topographic, construction stakeout, and as-built surveys Perform field data collection using total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors Establish, recover, and verify survey control points and benchmarks Execute construction layout, ensuring accuracy of grades, alignments, and elevations Maintain clear, organized field notes, sketches, and digital records Review field data for completeness and accuracy prior to office submission Coordinate with office staff on scheduling, project updates, and deliverables Ensure all field activities are conducted safely and in alignment with company and project standards Train and mentor junior field staff to support team development Qualifications High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in surveying or related field preferred 5+ years of field surveying experience, including leadership of survey crews Strong understanding of land surveying principles and standard field procedures Proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, and data collection software Ability to read and interpret survey plans, construction drawings, and specifications Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality work Valid driver’s license required Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or track toward licensure is a plus What’s Offered Competitive hourly compensation: $31 – $42/hour (based on experience) Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match (traditional and Roth options) Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance Tuition and professional licensing reimbursement Flexible spending account (FSA) Wellness or gym reimbursement A team-oriented environment with clear opportunities for career advancement and professional development