Surveyor Party Chief

About the role

Thompson Engineering is seeking a qualified Survey Party Chief to join our team in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily functions of the survey crew
• Responsible for the set up and completion of the survey crew on job sites under the direct supervision of the Professional Land Surveyor and/or job supervisor
• Ensures the proper reporting of daily work logs to the Org Manager
• Reduces survey data to the Org Manager
• Interprets blueprints, plans, and deeds in order to effectively lead the survey crew
• Drives company vehicle to and from job sites
• Operates all survey equipment and interprets data in order to report information to the Org Manager
• Understands and computes field calculations relative to the survey data collected
• Effectively manages the time and schedules of the survey crew
• On time and consistent attendance is required

Requirements

• Five (5) years verifiable experience in running a crew in surveying commercial and/or heavy industrial construction stakeout
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to read and comprehend measurements
• Intermediate math skills which include trigonometry and coordinate geometry
• Able to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to travel and stay overnight based on the workload of the Survey Department

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in outside elements of the field up to 100% of the time
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Required to remain standing for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day and walk long distances
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb on a ladder
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle to and from job sites

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management. Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.