Survey - Oil and Gas

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence, a diverse, award-winning project portfolio, and 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations. Atwell is a proud recipient of the 2025 awards: ten consecutive years as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11), #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, #14 in Crain's “Fast 50” fastest-growing companies, and 2025 ENR Design Firm of the Year for the Southeastern US.

About the role

The O&G Party Chief supervises the activities, safety compliance, and policy compliance of the field crew personnel under his/her direction. Responsibilities include performing assigned survey tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner to produce consistently thorough and accurate survey data.

Responsibilities

• Perform topographic surveys, mapping surveys, boundary surveys, route surveys (including pipelines and transmission lines), construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Utilize and maintain surveying equipment, including total stations, automatic levels, Trimble RTK systems, data collectors, and other specialized tools.
• Lead and oversee survey party members, evaluate survey progress, and ensure surveys adhere to company procedures.
• Maintain work-issued vehicles, laptops, and survey equipment.
• Maintain detailed and organized field notes, create field sketches, draw isometric drawings, and capture site photographs in accordance with standard procedures.
• Ensure all surveying equipment is in optimal working condition, with timely calibration and adjustments as needed.
• Collect and document survey data accurately, thoroughly, and comprehensively using assigned survey equipment.
• Download data, record notes, sketches, pictures, and more at the end of each workday. Enter time, expenses, safety documents, and other administrative records as required.
• Assist with crew members’ new hire training plan, career planning, and continuous professional development at Atwell.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of survey experience as a Party Chief.
• A strong background in surveying techniques and equipment operation, including all aspects of pipeline surveying.
• Proficiency in maintaining and using various surveying tools, Trimble preferred.
• Leadership skills to guide survey party members.
• Exceptional documentation and reporting abilities.
• Diligence in equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Hold a valid Driver's License and pass drug screening.

About the role

As an O&G Instrument Technician, you'll play a crucial role in the success of our survey work assignments, supporting our O&G Party Chief and contributing to project survey policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a range of survey equipment, including GPS receivers, Robotic and Conventional Instrumentation, with precision and expertise.
• Conduct field surveys on behalf of clients, ensuring data accuracy and thoroughness.
• Acquire an understanding of basic field calculations and procedures.
• Perform assigned survey instrumentation operations, taking responsibility for collected survey data.
• Download survey data efficiently and accurately.
• Demonstrate proficiency in data collection using Trimble equipment and associated software products.
• Maintain and operate survey instrumentation throughout the data collection process, ensuring equipment remains in optimal working condition.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in surveying.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and pass a drug screen.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical fitness and stamina for extended periods of outdoor work.

Benefits

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers based on travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement (gym memberships, fitness trackers, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

Atwell’ness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• MetLife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services