Survey Party Chief
About The Position
A leading engineering and surveying firm is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead field survey operations for a variety of land surveying and construction layout projects throughout New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have strong field surveying experience, the ability to manage survey crews, and hands-on expertise with boundary surveys, topographic surveys, construction stakeout, and as-built surveys. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can work independently in the field while coordinating effectively with project managers, engineers, and construction teams.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum 5 years of professional field surveying experience
- Prior experience leading survey crews
- Strong knowledge of land surveying principles and field procedures
- Experience with boundary, topographic, construction stakeout, and as-built surveys
- Proficiency using Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors
- Ability to read and interpret survey plans, engineering drawings, and construction documents
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Associate Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
- Experience working with consulting engineering or land surveying firms
- Background in municipal, transportation, utility, or land development projects
- Construction layout experience
- Experience mentoring junior survey staff
- New Jersey Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License
- Experience supporting public infrastructure projects
Responsibilities
- Lead daily field survey operations and supervise survey crews
- Perform boundary, topographic, construction stakeout, and as-built surveys
- Operate Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and electronic data collectors
- Establish, verify, and maintain survey control points and benchmarks
- Perform construction layout for roads, utilities, buildings, and site development projects
- Verify grades, elevations, alignments, and project control throughout construction activities
- Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, and electronic survey records
- Review field data for accuracy and completeness
- Communicate project updates, field conditions, and challenges with office teams and project managers
- Train and mentor junior survey technicians
- Maintain survey equipment and ensure proper operation and calibration
- Coordinate field activities with engineering teams, contractors, and project stakeholders
- Support multiple projects while maintaining schedule and quality expectations
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation ($31.00 – $42.00/hour based on experience)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match (Traditional & Roth)
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Licensing Reimbursement
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
