Survey Party Chief

Larson Design Group • Williamsport, PA

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About The Position

The Survey Party Chief coordinates, directs, and oversees Survey Technicians to ensure field surveys are completed within operational, quality, and budgetary constraints. This position oversees daily field activities associated with the performance of boundary, ALTA, topographic, existing conditions, right-of-way, transmission line, transportation, construction and other types of geospatial assignments utilizing surveying, data acquisition, and mapping technologies.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Surveying Technology or related field preferred.
• Five (5)+ years' experience in surveying field.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience using and operating survey equipment including Conventional Total Stations, Auto Levels, Robotic Total Stations, and Survey Grade and Mapping Grade GPS units.
• AutoCAD Software, MicroStation and Civil-3d experience a plus.
• Must be able to read and understand maps and plans.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel, including extended overnight stays, as the job requires.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and direct a survey crew.
• Develop and execute a plan to complete surveying projects on time and within budget while exercising discretion regarding proper surveying procedures for the task assigned.
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate project requirements on all types of field surveys performed by LDG.
• Ability to perform basic record research.
• Ensure field conditions are clearly documented through the use of concise notes and sketches and supplemented with photographs and daily log.
• Ensure regular maintenance and calibration of all surveying equipment takes place, including regular vehicle maintenance.
• Perform job duties in various terrain, climates and weather conditions.
• Willing to travel to field sites locally and out of the area.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment.
• Paid training for required licensures.
• Competitive benefits.
• Bonus plans.
• Company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree