Survey Party Chief

Job Type Full-time Description At WithersRavenel, our survey teams are the boots-on-the-ground professionals who bring projects to life. As a Survey Party Chief, you’ll lead a field survey crew responsible for collecting accurate data that supports boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, leading a team, and solving technical challenges in the field. The Survey Party Chief primarily works outdoors in environments such as construction sites, roadways, wooded areas, residential developments, and other project locations. You’ll oversee daily field operations, ensure quality and accuracy in data collection, and play a key role in training and mentoring survey crew members. In addition to technical expertise, this position requires strong leadership, organization, and a commitment to safety and collaboration. What You’ll Do Lead and supervise a field survey crew performing boundary, topographic, construction layout, and control surveysPlan field activities and participate in project planning discussions with project managers, engineers, and contractorsCollect field survey data using conventional methods and GNSS technologyOperate and maintain surveying equipment including total stations, data collectors, and GNSS instrumentsPerform field calculations and review data for accuracy and closureMaintain clear and organized field notes, sketches, and documentationResearch survey records such as plats, deeds, easements, and right-of-way documentsTrain and mentor junior survey staff while reinforcing safe field practicesSupport project documentation and maintain survey records and filesOccasionally assist with office-based survey tasks to support professional development toward licensure Requirements 3+ years of progressive land surveying experience, including at least 1 year leading a survey crew or serving as a Survey Party ChiefWorking knowledge of boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys, including field data collection and construction layoutProficiency with total stations, data collectors, GNSS/GPS equipment, and related surveying technologyAbility to read and interpret plats, deeds, easements, engineering plans, and construction documentsStrong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to safety and developing junior staffValid driver’s license with the ability to pass an MVR check and ability to perform outdoor fieldwork in varying weather and terrain, including lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds Preferred Qualifications CST I, II, or III CertificationCollege or technical coursework in land surveying or geomaticsInterest in professional development toward survey licensure Field Work The position requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions to complete fieldwork. Candidates must be comfortable with extended periods of travel in a vehicle and possess the physical stamina to perform manual tasks such as lifting, digging, and standing for long durations. The ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds is also required. WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.