Survey Party Chief

Michael Baker International

. Lead and supervise a field survey crew conducting boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $28 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading field survey crews, operating survey instruments, and interpreting engineering plans. Proficient in ensuring compliance with safety protocols while effectively communicating with clients and coordinating project logistics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Land Surveying ExperienceSupervisory SkillsSurvey Equipment ProficiencyStrong Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Boundary SurveysTopographic SurveysConstruction SurveysControl SurveysCalculationsTraverse ClosuresField Notes PreparationSketching

Soft Skills

TrainingMentoringPerformance EvaluationClient Communication

Tools & Technologies

GPS ReceiversRobotic Total StationsData Collectors

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

SurveyingEngineering PlansLegal DescriptionsSafety ProtocolsProject Logistics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and supervise a field survey crew conducting boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.
Operate and maintain survey instruments including GPS receivers, robotic total stations, and data collectors.
Interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions, and survey plats.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
Perform calculations and traverse closures; prepare field notes and sketches.
Communicate with clients, contractors, inspectors, and property owners.
Train and mentor crew members; evaluate performance and provide feedback.
Coordinate daily tasks, equipment needs, and project logistics with the Project Manager.
Document survey activities and prepare reports as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Proficiency in survey equipment and software preferred.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
Tuition Reimbursement