Party Chief - Field Surveys

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.•Richmond, VA

3d•$30 - $45

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT), a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, is seeking a Party Chief to join its field survey team in Richmond, Virginia. The role is responsible for accurately and efficiently collecting survey data under the direction of a Licensed Land Surveyor. The Party Chief works closely with and leads a land survey crew conducting vertical and horizontal control, topographic, as-built, and boundary surveys, as well as construction stake-out. The position may include assisting with calculations for plat and map production, using source materials such as survey data and notes, aerial photography, satellite data, and other maps, and verifying the accuracy and completeness of plats and maps. The Party Chief works with project managers and technicians to create base mapping and plans for transportation, energy, and civil/site projects, including roadways, bridges, energy facilities, parks, and commercial and private developments. The role also involves field operations, data compilation, and job-specific supervisory duties. Occasional travel may be needed. Compensation is $30.00–$45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. Immigration sponsorship or support is unavailable except for qualified candidates eligible for TN visa classification.

Requirements

Competence using GPS equipment and methods, including Static, RTK, and VRS.
Competence using conventional and robotic total stations.
Competence using optical and electronic levels.
Competence using data collectors and programs.
Competence using computers and surveying software.

Responsibilities

Research legal records, look for boundary evidence, and assist in analyzing data to determine boundary-line locations.
Collect data related to the shape, contour, location, elevation, or dimensions of land and land features.
Prepare detailed, neatly written field notes during surveys.
Compile raw data, notes, and pictures and upload them to the project folder.
Lead and oversee a field crew, organize field operations, and collect data to ensure accurate and effective completion of assignments.
Review project specifications and confer with a surveyor or engineer about assistance needed for plan preparation, acceptance testing, evaluation of field conditions, 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/map production and use source data to represent topographical features, political boundaries, and other features.
Verify the accuracy and completeness of plats and maps.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Travel occasionally as needed.