Survey Party Chief

Verdantas•Lake Oswego, OR

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Verdantas, through its company PACE Engineers, is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field survey crews in executing various types of surveys throughout Oregon. This role involves overseeing daily field operations, ensuring data accuracy, maintaining equipment, and acting as the primary field liaison. The company emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and a people-focused culture, working on projects in water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. PACE Engineers, a Verdantas Company, is a Pacific Northwest firm known for its expertise in civil and structural engineering, planning, surveying, and construction management.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive survey field experience, including experience as a Crew Chief or Party Chief.
Strong working knowledge of Oregon State surveying practices, standards, and regulations.
Proficiency with modern survey equipment (Trimble, Leica, or Topcon preferred).
Experience with data collection software and familiarity with CAD platforms (e.g., Civil 3D).
Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
Valid Oregon State driver’s license with clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and terrain.
Strong communication and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Associate Degree preferred
Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification highly desired
PLSO Certified Survey Technician
Drafting experience in AutoCAD/Civil3D
Static scanning experience
FAA Part 107 Drone License
First Aid/CPR certification

Responsibilities

Leading field survey crews in the execution of boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA, and control surveys throughout Oregon State.
Overseeing daily field operations.
Ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
Maintaining equipment.
Serving as the primary field liaison between the survey team, project managers, contractors, and clients.