HFW Companies
Survey Party Chief - Austin, San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Exec
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
Project ManagementRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingLand SurveyingOSHA
About the role
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise survey field crews on a variety of surveying projects.
- 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.
- Maintain accurate field notes and electronic data files for processing by the office survey team.
- Train, mentor, and develop Instrument Men and other field personnel in survey procedures, equipment operation, and safety practices.
- Coordinate with contractors, clients, utility representatives, and property owners while representing KFM Engineering & Design in a professional manner.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 5+ years of progressive land surveying field experience, including experience leading survey crews.
- 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.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work independently while managing field crews and multiple priorities.
- Experience with Trimble, Leica, Carlson, or similar survey equipment and field software.
- Experience with TxDOT, municipal, commercial, or land development projects.
- Demonstrated experience performing boundary, topographic, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and as-built surveys.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Preferred
Benefits
- 100% company-paid medical insurance and long /short-term disability coverage for employees.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
Company info
- Opportunities to participate in company events.
- Learn more about us on our company page -> KFM
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
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