Survey Party Chief

LEROY SURVEYORS AND ENGINEERS INC • Puyallup, WA

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About The Position

Leroy Surveyors and Engineers is seeking an experienced and motivated Survey Party Chief to lead field survey operations and support office drafting tasks for a variety of land development, construction, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will hold an LSIT certification or demonstrate the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe. This role combines field leadership with foundational Civil 3D drafting skills to ensure accurate data collection and efficient project workflows.

Requirements

• LSIT certification or the ability and commitment to obtain an LSIT within a reasonable timeframe (support provided).
• Minimum 3–5 years of surveying experience, including leadership or crew chief responsibilities.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments: robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, digital levels, and data collectors.
• Foundational experience with AutoCAD, including creating and editing linework; importing and managing survey data; building basic surfaces and point groups; and generating base maps and simple exhibits.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, land boundary concepts, and construction staking practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Civil 3D drafting skills (surfaces, corridors, alignments).
• Experience with Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D survey databases, or similar software.
• Familiarity with Washington State surveying standards and local agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey crews in performing boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA, and utility surveys.
• Interpret engineering plans, survey maps, and project specifications to plan and execute field work accurately.
• Operate and oversee the use of total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, digital levels, scanners, and data collectors.
• Collect, organize, and verify field data, ensuring accuracy and adherence to QA/QC standards.
• Prepare basic survey drawings, linework, surfaces, and figures using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Support office staff by reviewing field data, producing base maps, and drafting preliminary survey exhibits.
• Maintain detailed field notes, digital records, sketches, and crew documentation.
• Train and mentor junior field staff while promoting safe work practices and equipment care.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.

What This Job Offers

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