Survey Party Chief

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Survey Party Chief
Location: Pittsburgh PA (Hybrid work option available)
Type: Full-time Direct Hire

About the Company
Our client is a regional leader in environmental and civil engineering services. Their projects span environmental remediation land development surveying and infrastructure improvement across Pennsylvania Ohio West Virginia and beyond. They are known for delivering high-quality technical solutions while prioritizing safety sustainability and client satisfaction. Joining this team means contributing to meaningful projects that support industries such as construction engineering and urban planning.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field survey operations from the Pittsburgh PA this role you will manage a team of survey technicians oversee all aspects of surveying projects and ensure the accurate collection of land measurements and data. Your work will directly support engineering design and construction activities making this a vital role for delivering successful projects.

Responsibilities

Lead survey crews in conducting fieldwork for boundary topographic construction staking ALTA/NSPS and control surveys
Oversee the setup and operation of survey equipment including total stations GPS receivers and data collectors
Ensure accurate recording and certification of field data notes and sketches to meet survey standards
Prepare and review survey maps reports and drawings for project managers and clients
Coordinate field activities with project managers engineers and other stakeholders to meet project requirements
Train and mentor junior survey technicians to build skills and strengthen team performance
Maintain survey equipment through regular inspections and calibrations
Document survey activities with organized field notes sketches and digital data files
Stay current with the latest surveying techniques equipment and best practices
Enforce safety protocols in all field operations

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree technical school or SIT preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Survey Party Chief or in a similar leadership role
Strong knowledge of survey regulations principles and methods
Proficiency in using modern survey equipment (total stations GPS data collectors)
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center a plus
Familiarity with construction and engineering projects preferred
Excellent leadership organizational and problem-solving skills
Valid drivers license and ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol screenings (including random testing)
Willingness to travel with overnight stays as required by projects
Physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions

Whats Offered

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive health dental vision and retirement benefits
Paid time off and flexible scheduling options where possible
A strong commitment to safety in both field and office environments
Direct hire placement with long-term career stability
Opportunities to lead challenging projects with regional impact

Job Title: Survey Party Chief Location: Pittsburgh PA (Hybrid work option available) Type: Full-time Direct Hire About the Company Our client is a regional leader in environmental and civil engineering services. Their projects span environmental remediation land development surveying and infrastruct...

Job Title: Survey Party Chief
Location: Pittsburgh PA (Hybrid work option available)
Type: Full-time Direct Hire

Responsibilities

Lead survey crews in conducting fieldwork for boundary topographic construction staking ALTA/NSPS and control surveys
Oversee the setup and operation of survey equipment including total stations GPS receivers and data collectors
Ensure accurate recording and certification of field data notes and sketches to meet survey standards
Prepare and review survey maps reports and drawings for project managers and clients
Coordinate field activities with project managers engineers and other stakeholders to meet project requirements
Train and mentor junior survey technicians to build skills and strengthen team performance
Maintain survey equipment through regular inspections and calibrations
Document survey activities with organized field notes sketches and digital data files
Stay current with the latest surveying techniques equipment and best practices
Enforce safety protocols in all field operations

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree technical school or SIT preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Survey Party Chief or in a similar leadership role
Strong knowledge of survey regulations principles and methods
Proficiency in using modern survey equipment (total stations GPS data collectors)
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center a plus
Familiarity with construction and engineering projects preferred
Excellent leadership organizational and problem-solving skills
Valid drivers license and ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol screenings (including random testing)
Willingness to travel with overnight stays as required by projects
Physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions