Surveyor Party Chief Hourly

About the role

The Surveyor Party Chief Hourly is responsible for leading a survey crew in performing various surveying tasks for construction projects, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a survey crew in the field, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment, such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors, to accurately collect and record field data.
• Perform various types of surveys, including topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary surveys, and as-built surveys.
• Interpret and implement engineering plans, blueprints, and specifications to establish control points and layout construction features.
• Conduct research and gather information, such as property deeds, plats, and previous survey records, to aid in survey projects.
• Perform mathematical calculations and adjustments to verify the accuracy of collected data.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Prepare and maintain detailed field notes, sketches, and other documentation related to survey activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise in the field.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or certificate in Surveying or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining various surveying instruments and equipment (total stations, GPS, data collectors).
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, practices, and calculations.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in various outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Familiarity with survey software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center) is a plus.

About the company

Primoris Pipeline is committed to being the value and customer solutions leader in midstream, transmission, and upstream construction by delivering safe, high quality, environmentally-compliant, timely and cost-effective projects for our clients, regardless of size or challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.