Prudent Engineering

Prudent Engineering

Hydrographic Party Chief

Syracuse, NY · Exec

No sponsorship$60k-$85kDetected 53 days ago
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About the role

  • We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Prudent Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hydrographic Party Chief to work out of our Syracuse, NY office.
  • As a Hydrographer, your duties will include data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, trouble shooting, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/reports.

Responsibilities

  • Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Requirements

  • Degree strongly desired, preferably in Survey, Geomatics, or GIS.

Nice to have

  • 401K with company match.
  • Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.
  • NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer or interest in pursuing certification Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations Experience with

Skills

  • Prudent Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hydrographic Party Chief to work out of our Syracuse, NY office.

Compensation

  • A base salary of $60,000 to $85,000. * Plus, prevailing wage rates when applicable.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision.
  • PTO plus paid holidays.

Company info

  • Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.
  • In this role, you will lead a team of surveyors, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality collection of hydrographic data.
  • What you'll be able to do: Participate in the bathymetric survey project from assignment to completion Assist with project proposal and reporting tasks as needed Communicate with applicable personnel regarding the status of the survey, update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, to ensure schedules are maintained The minimum requirements we seek: Degree strongly desired, preferably in Survey, Geomatics, or GIS.
  • 3 or more years of experience preferred in the Survey or Geophysical industry 3 or more years of experience preferred with HYPACK/HYSWEEP Knowledge of basic geodesy and understanding of datums Familiarity with R2Sonic multibeam systems and Edgetech sub-bottom profiling and side-scan sonar systems Possess excellent oral and written communication skills Work well in a team environment Experience with trailering and operating a survey vessel Interest and passion for new technology applications for hydrographic mapping Maintain a valid driver's license Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Our preferred qualifications: NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer or interest in pursuing certification Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations Experience with MicroStation and/or other CAD software What you'll receive in return: A base salary of $60,000 to $85,000. * Plus, prevailing wage rates when applicable.
  • Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.
  • Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer. *Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • and passion for new technology applications for hydrographic mapping Maintain a valid driver's license Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Our preferred qualifications: NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrograph

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