Party Chief - Field Surveys

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a Party Chief - Field Surveys to join its team in Raleigh, North Carolina. Under the direction of a Licensed Land Surveyor, this role is responsible for accurately and efficiently collecting survey data and leading a land survey crew in the field. Survey work includes locating vertical and horizontal control, topographic, as-built, and boundary surveys, as well as construction stake-out. The Party Chief may assist with calculations for plat and map production, use surveying data and other source materials to depict topographical and other features, and verify the accuracy and completeness of plats and maps. The role works closely with project managers and technicians to support base mapping and plans for transportation, energy, and civil/site projects, including roadways, bridges, energy facilities, parks, and commercial and private developments. Immigration sponsorship or support, including H-1B and F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT, is unavailable for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Requirements

Ability to use applicable survey instruments and software to gather field data and organize it for submission to the Land Surveyor.
Ability to use Computer Assisted Drafting software.
Mathematical skills, including calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and applying basic algebra and geometry.
Knowledge of all positions on a survey crew and the ability to use all equipment.
Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Research legal records and look for boundary evidence; assist with analyzing data to determine boundary-line locations.
Collect data about the shape, contour, location, elevation, or dimensions of land and land features.
Prepare detailed, legible field notes during surveys.
Compile raw data, notes, and pictures and upload them to the project folder.
Accompany and oversee a field crew, organize field operations, and collect data for complete assignments or portions of larger projects, ensuring efficacy and accuracy.
Review project specifications and confer with a surveyor or engineer about plan preparation, acceptance testing, field-condition evaluation, design changes, and reports.
Perform non-routine assignments involving substantial variety and complexity.
Perform surveying duties that do not require licensure.
Compute volumes and prepare graphs.
Perform supervisory responsibilities on a job-specific basis.
Assist with calculations for plat and map production and verify the accuracy and completeness of plats and maps.
Perform other related duties as assigned.