Survey Party Chief - Austin, San Antonio

About the role

Survey Party Chief

Position Summary

Join our partner firm KFM Engineering & Design, as a Survey Party Chief and lead field survey operations on a variety of land development, transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects. In this role, you'll oversee survey field crews while performing boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and as-built surveys.

You'll be responsible for planning daily field activities, operating advanced survey equipment, ensuring the accuracy and quality of collected data, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. This position is ideal for an experienced surveying professional who thrives in the field, enjoys leading teams, and is committed to delivering high-quality results for clients.

The Perks!

• 100% company-paid medical insurance and long /short-term disability coverage for employees.
• 401(k) plan with a competitive employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Opportunities to participate in company events.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise survey field crews on a variety of surveying projects.
• Plan, organize, and execute daily field operations to meet project schedules and deliverables.
• Operate and oversee the use of GPS receivers, robotic total stations, digital levels, data collectors, and other survey equipment.
• Perform and oversee boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and as-built surveys.
• Interpret engineering plans, plats, legal descriptions, construction drawings, and survey documents to accurately perform field work.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of field data before leaving project sites.
• Maintain accurate field notes and electronic data files for processing by the office survey team.
• Establish and verify survey control points, benchmarks, and construction layout.
• Communicate daily project progress, field conditions, and potential issues with Project Managers and Survey leadership.
• Train, mentor, and develop Instrument Men and other field personnel in survey procedures, equipment operation, and safety practices.
• Ensure survey equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and secured.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies, traffic control procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, utility representatives, and property owners while representing KFM Engineering & Design in a professional manner.
• Travel to project sites as required, including occasional overnight travel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of progressive land surveying field experience, including experience leading survey crews.
• Demonstrated experience performing boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and as-built surveys.
• Proficiency operating GPS receivers, robotic total stations, digital levels, and electronic data collectors.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions, plats, construction drawings, and survey records.
• Strong understanding of survey field procedures, measurement techniques, and quality control practices.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing field crews and multiple priorities.

Preferred

• Experience with Trimble, Leica, Carlson, or similar survey equipment and field software.
• Experience with TxDOT, municipal, commercial, or land development projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Working knowledge of survey calculations and field-to-finish workflows.
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