Subsurface Utility Engineering Party Chief

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Spartanburg, SC

45d

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. Position Summary: JMT is currently looking for experienced SUE Party Chiefs to join the Underground Utilities, Land Surveying, and Mapping team in Spartanburg, South Carolina! Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Requirements

Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
Must be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawings
Use of multiple types of utility designating equipment
Good organizational, written, and verbal communications skills.
Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar equipment/procedures
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Able to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 50lbs as needed
Ability to lead project assignments
Team Attitude / Mindset
Able to work 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday (Minimum)
Ability to travel required
Valid Driver's License with good driving record
Able to pass Security Background Checks
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the successful application of multiple types of utility designating and locating equipment, with demonstrated ability to lead project assignments and supervise multiple crews

Nice To Haves

Land Surveying experience a plus

Responsibilities

Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, engineers, and contractor representatives
Assigns and monitors work, and provides input for evaluation of members of field survey crew
Instructs and trains survey crew in survey and mapping methods, use of equipment, and field safety procedures
Completes daily report cards and field note sketches
Provides time estimates for specific tasks
Performs complex surveying calculations using calculator, computer, and coordinate geometry software such as AutoCAD
Perform other related duties as assigned