Party Chief

About the role

DLZ Corporation is seeking a Party Chief to join our dynamic team in Cleveland, OH. This position offers opportunities to lead survey crews and apply advanced survey techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead a survey crew to complete control, topographic, boundary, construction layout, and utility location surveys.
• Operate advanced survey instruments including robotic total stations, automatic levels, data collectors, laser scanners, GPS, and other standard equipment to accurately gather field data.
• Interpret construction plans, perform necessary field calculations, and execute precise construction layout.
• Maintain clear, detailed, and accurate field notes.
• Efficiently upload and download survey data files and photographs.
• Ensure the proper maintenance and operation of all field survey equipment, vehicles, and supplies.
• Conduct all work with a strong commitment to safety, adhering to the Health and Safety Plan.
• Represent DLZ and its core values professionally in all interactions.
• Mentor and coach junior field crew members, fostering their growth.
• Effectively manage field work scope and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A High School Graduate or equivalent (required).
• An Associate's degree or higher in Surveying & Mapping or Civil Engineering Technology (preferred).
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a Survey Party Chief (required).
• Working knowledge of Trimble survey equipment and Trimble Business Center (preferred).
• Experience with construction layout and/or utility corridor projects (preferred but not required).
• Strong ability to perform basic mathematical and trigonometric calculations and understand error propagation in field surveys (required).
• Demonstrated aptitude for sound independent decision-making and providing clear direction to crew members (required).
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, property owners, and coworkers (required).
• Ability to obtain OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Certification (required).
• Availability for overtime and out-of-town travel with provided per diem (required).
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions (required).
• Valid driver's license along with the ability to pass a background check, an MVR check, and a drug test (required).

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent (required).
• Associate's degree or higher in Surveying & Mapping or Civil Engineering Technology (preferred).
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a Survey Party Chief (required).
• Trimble survey equipment and Trimble Business Center (preferred).
• Construction layout and/or utility corridor projects experience (preferred but not required).
• Basic mathematical and trigonometric calculations (required).
• Sound independent decision-making and clear direction to crew members (required).
• Excellent communication skills (required).
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Certification (required).
• Out-of-town travel availability (required).
• Versatility in weather conditions (required).
• Valid driver's license (required).

Skills

• Survey Party Chief experience (required).
• Advanced survey instruments operation (required).
• Field data collection and interpretation (required).
• Construction layout and utility project execution (preferred).
• Mathematical and trigonometric calculations (required).
• Independent decision-making and crew guidance (required).
• Effective communication with clients and coworkers (required).
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Certification (required).
• Out-of-town travel and flexibility in weather conditions (required).

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account.
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth).
• Paid parental leave.
• Life & AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

The schedule will be discussed during the interview process.