Survey Party Chief

Parametrix • Bend, OR

3h • $38 - $48 • Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join their Bend, Oregon team. This role involves leading field survey activities, with a focus on topographic surveys, and transforming field data into accurate project deliverables. The Survey Party Chief will collaborate closely with a licensed Professional Land Surveyor and support various projects across Central Oregon and potentially other locations. The company emphasizes a culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, and employee well-being, being a 100% employee-owned consulting firm.

Requirements

• Progressive land surveying experience, including experience independently leading survey fieldwork.
• Strong topographic survey experience and the ability to plan and execute field assignments efficiently.
• Proficiency operating modern survey equipment and collecting accurate field data.
• Ability to interpret plans, maps, record information, survey instructions, and project requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, sound field judgment, and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions and travel to project sites as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• LSIT certification
• FAA Part 107 certification and drone-survey experience
• CAD and survey data-processing experience

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead field survey activities, with a strong emphasis on topographic surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, digital levels, data collectors, and related technology.
• Collect, review, and document accurate field data in accordance with project requirements and established survey standards.
• Perform field calculations and confirm the completeness and quality of survey data before leaving the project site.
• Coordinate with the project PLS, project managers, engineers, clients, and other team members to clarify project requirements and support successful delivery.
• Assist with downloading, organizing, and processing field data and preparing information for CAD production.
• Promote safe field practices and maintain organized field notes, equipment, vehicles, and project documentation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed