Party Chief - UMIAQ Design

UIC Alaska•Alpine, AK

17h•Onsite

About The Position

UMIAQ Design is seeking a survey Party Chief to support the survey projects at Alpine on the North-Slope of Alaska. The UMIAQ Design survey team is actively working on many exciting long term design projects. The survey Party Chief will work on a rotation 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation with a small team of professionals in a collaborative field setting located in Alpine, Alaska.

Requirements

Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment
Attention to Detail: Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.
Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.
Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with the survey team and report findings.
Education: Associate's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field.
Or: 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct field surveys and gather data for the preparation of site plans, maps, and other documents.
Determine the precise location of property boundaries, land features, and elevations.
Measure distances, angles, and elevations using specialized equipment such as GPS, theodolites, and total stations.
Record survey results accurately, including physical characteristics of the land, property lines, and topographical data.
Analyze survey data and prepare detailed reports and drawings to support engineering, construction, or land development projects.
Set up, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment in the field.
Ensure all instruments are functioning properly and adjust as needed for accurate readings.
Use GPS systems to position survey markers and benchmarks at designated locations.
Liaise with office team and managers regarding survey findings and project requirements.
Collaborate with survey technicians and assistants in the field to complete surveys efficiently.
Read and interpret maps, construction plans and documents