Survey Party Chief

Ardurra

About The Position

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first. Overview Survey Party chief Reports directly to Survey Team Leader and receives project assignments and directions from various Survey Project Managers. Responsible for completion of various field surveying assignments by using procedures and techniques appropriate to the task assignment. Clearly and legibly records all pertinent field notes and information in proper field books as required depending on task assignment. Field Crew Leaders are responsible for training, direct supervision and safety of all field technicians as assigned. Ensures all appropriate safety procedures, precautions, P.P.E. and traffic control devices are properly placed prior to start of daily field survey operations. Responsible for organization, maintenance, and safe operation of assigned survey vehicles. Reports to Survey Team Leader and Project Surveyor for daily project briefings and debriefings. Uploads and downloads field data daily or as directed. Some survey project assignments may require travel including overnight stays.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
> 3 years of party chief experience, candidate must be proficient in basic field crew operations
Basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Capable of solving problems and critical thinking
Ability to work and carry heavy objects in extreme weather conditions and harsh terrain
Proficient with use of field data collector, GPS, Ronitic total station, and digital and optical levels. Trimble experience preferred.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Functional with Microsoft Word, and Excel
Willingness to learn additional office software like Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D
Must be team-oriented and self-motivated
Must have valid Driver’s license

Responsibilities

Boundary, Topographic, and Construction Staking field surveying as well as office related tasks.
Arrive at work on time, properly dressed, and prepared to go to work
Supervision of assigned field technicians
Direction and assistance with clearing of brush and trees on lines using various brush clearing tools
Properly place appropriate safety and traffic control devices daily, prior to start of
Properly wear appropriate safety equipment and clothing
Trains inexperienced staff for setting up tripods and proper use of survey equipment
Ensures work truck is well organized, clean, and stocked with day-to-day supplies
Ensures all equipment batteries are properly charged and stored for use
Proficient with use of data collector setup and capable of troubleshooting problems
Daily uploading and downloading data files, notes and other survey project related reports
Uses prescribed point and line coding, and correctly saves collected points
Represents the company in a respectful, polite, and professional manner
Willing to learn from the Survey Team Leader and Survey Project Managers
Familiar with standards of practice related to general surveying and mapping
Safety Training