Survey Party Chief

Job Description:

HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. (HLA) is the region’s leading professional services firm providing consulting services in municipal engineering, land development, land and construction surveying, and construction management.  Committed to both the success of our projects and the success of our clients for 50 years, HLA strives to make a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work.

We are seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field survey teams in executing land surveys, construction staking, and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to delivering accurate and high-quality survey data. This position requires a hands-on professional capable of managing field operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Operations:

• Direct and supervise survey crew in conducting field surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Establish and verify survey control points before conducting fieldwork.
• Collaborate with surveyors and engineering professionals to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking.
• Assist in the preparation of survey plans, drawings, and reports.

Team Leadership & Coordination:

• Assign daily tasks to crew members and ensure quality control in data collection.
• Train and mentor junior survey staff in field techniques and equipment usage.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify survey requirements.
• Ensure the survey crew follows all safety guidelines and HLA Engineering and Land Surveying’s protocols.

Data Management & Reporting:

• Process and verify field data for use in CAD and GIS applications.
• Maintain organized field notes, sketches, and digital records.
• Assist in performing survey calculations and verifying accuracy of collected data.

Equipment & Safety Compliance:

• Maintain and calibrate survey instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Adhere to company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential field hazards.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma.
• Minimum 5+ years of field survey experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of land surveying principles, and construction layout.
• Proficiency in using Leica surveying instruments and software, including total stations, GPS, Drones and CAD.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to various job sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and rough terrain.
• Must be able to do physical activities (walking, hiking, bending over, hammering etc.) for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT)  or associates degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field.
• Background in surveying for infrastructure, land development, or municipal projects.

Work Environment:

• Primarily outdoor fieldwork with occasional office tasks.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation for this position ranges from $5,000 to $7,500 per month depending on experience and number of hours worked. HLA offers a competitive benefits package including an annual bonus, Paid Time Off, 7 Paid Holidays, Company paid Health, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA plan, and a 401(k)-profit sharing plan with employer contributions.

An equal opportunity employer, HLA is a company that invests in its people and provides a professional, collaborative work environment. We offer one on one mentoring, early opportunities to work on challenging projects, and the potential for career advancement.

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Posted on March 28, 2025