Crew Chief/Party Chief

Department: Survey/Geomatics – Boca Raton, FL

About the role

DRMP's Survey Department in Boca Raton is seeking an experienced Crew Chief/Party Chief with strong leadership capabilities. In this role, you will represent the company in the field, ensuring the crew and equipment are prepared for assignments and that work is performed to company standards with clear, concise results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily activities of survey field crews, including assigning tasks, monitoring productivity, and providing guidance and performance feedback to crew members.
• Train and mentor field personnel on survey techniques, equipment operation, quality control procedures, and industry safety standards.
• Perform boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveying for land development, retail, mixed-use, and commercial projects.
• Collect accurate field data using conventional surveying methods, robotic total stations, data collectors, and GPS/GNSS equipment.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate survey equipment to complete property surveys, existing conditions surveys, utility locations, site development surveys, and construction layout.
• Establish horizontal and vertical control, recover property corners, set benchmarks, and perform detailed field measurements to support design and construction activities.
• Conduct construction staking for commercial developments, including site grading, utilities, roadways, stormwater systems, curb and gutter, foundations, and other site improvements.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, and electronic survey files while ensuring collected data meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to support successful delivery of land development and construction projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; specialized training, technical coursework, or surveying education preferred.
• Experience leading field survey crews supporting land development, retail, mixed-use, and commercial projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate field notes, document survey data, interpret project plans, and effectively coordinate daily crew activities.
• Proficient in the setup, operation, and use of surveying equipment, including GPS, total stations, data collectors, levels, and other measurement tools to perform boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Ability to perform basic survey calculations, geometry, and field computations while ensuring accurate collection of data and adherence to project requirements.
• Ability to safely perform fieldwork in various environments, including carrying equipment, clearing vegetation as needed, and maintaining productivity while following company safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account