Survey Party Chief

Job Title: Surveyor

Job Description

Lead and supervise a survey team in the field, ensuring efficient and accurate data collection. Assign tasks to team members, provide guidance, and oversee their work. Determine the most efficient plan of action for data acquisition, with the primary control through any other potential survey tasks, such as topographic surveys, boundary surveys, right of way staking, construction layout, etc.

Operate and maintain surveying equipment, including total stations, digital levels, GPS receivers, and data collectors. Research and review land records, legal documents, and historical survey data to determine property boundaries. Establish boundary markers and reference points using high accuracy surveying traverses and level loops using high accuracy techniques and equipment to establish primary and secondary control. Maintain accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performance. Communicate daily with Project Surveyors and CAD technicians regarding project schedule and work progress. Ensure that the surveying team follows safety protocols and practices in the field. Maintain a high level of safety in the field. This includes safe driving habits, safe and proper use of equipment, site safety as required, and the use of proper Personal Protection Equipment. Maintain company truck and equipment.

Transfer collected field data to computer systems for further analysis and reporting. Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment to ensure accurate measurements. Troubleshoot and perform minor equipment repairs as needed.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to understand project requirements and objectives. Provide regular progress updates and communicate any issues encountered in the field. Maintain detailed and accurate records of survey activities, measurements, and data. Prepare and preserve field notes and documentation.

Ensure that survey data meets project specifications and quality standards. Perform quality control checks on collected data and survey documentation. Stay current with advancements in surveying technology and best practices. Pursue continuing education and training to maintain surveying certifications and licenses.

Hard Skills

• Operation and maintenance of surveying equipment (total stations, digital levels, GPS receivers, data collectors)
• Researching and reviewing land records and legal documents
• Establishing boundary markers and reference points
• Data transfer and analysis
• Equipment calibration and maintenance
• Minor equipment repairs

Soft Skills

• Leadership and team management
• Task assignment and supervision
• Communication with project managers, engineers, and clients
• Detailed record-keeping
• Safety protocol adherence
• Quality control

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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