Survey Party Chief

Audubon Companies•Lafayette, LA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon Field Solutions is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to join our growing Survey & Mapping team. Our primary workload consists of oil & gas pipeline and electric transmission line projects, but we are looking for a well-rounded survey professional capable of performing a variety of survey assignments—not just collecting shots along a pipeline. The successful candidate will lead field crews on boundary, topographic, route, utility, construction, and as-built surveys while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. Candidates who enjoy learning new technologies and expanding their skill set will find opportunities to work with our Laser Scanning and UAS (Drone) Services teams on qualified projects.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of survey field experience (Party Chief experience preferred)
Experience leading survey crews
Strong understanding of survey procedures and field calculations
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Willingness to travel as project needs require

Nice To Haves

Experience with Trimble R12i GNSS Receivers
Experience with Trimble R10 GNSS Receivers
Experience with Trimble SX10 / SX12 Scanning Total Stations
Experience with Trimble S7 / S9 Robotic Total Stations
Experience with Digital and Automatic Levels
Experience with Trimble Data Collectors
Experience with Trimble Access Software
Experience with laser scanning, LiDAR, or UAS mapping
Office experience
Preferred software experience includes: Trimble Business Center (TBC), AutoCAD / Civil 3D, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise one- to three-person survey crews.
Perform Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Route Surveys, Utility Surveys, Construction Staking, As-Built Surveys, and Control Surveys.
Establish and verify horizontal and vertical survey control.
Maintain complete electronic field notes and daily reports.
Perform field quality control checks to ensure survey accuracy.
Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers, Professional Surveyors, and office personnel.
Safely operate company vehicles and survey equipment.
Represent Audubon professionally while interacting with clients, contractors, landowners, and the public.
Perform duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety.
Participate in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities.
Identify and report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
Follow safe work practices and comply with applicable regulatory requirements.