Survey Party Chief (Edmonton)

Challenger Geomatics Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading land surveying firm in Edmonton seeks a Land Surveying Party Chief to lead field surveys and ensure project success. The role requires flexibility to work out of town, effective communication skills, and physical fitness to manage equipment in challenging conditions. Join a team that values talent and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous survey experience required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract.

Responsibilities

• Completes field surveys and ensures client objectives are met.
• Provides documentation including field notes and computations.
• Communicates effectively with team members.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics

Tools

GPS/GNSS Rovers

Total Stations

Job description

Position: Land Surveying Party Chief

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Company Overview:

Challenger Geomatics Ltd is an employee-owned land surveying firm with a strong track record for recognizing and retaining talent and providing quality innovative solutions to our clients. Our team of talented professionals uses the latest technology to deliver land surveying, mapping and remote sensing services. We work hard to understand the needs of our clients and deliver exceptional service to support the successful delivery of their projects. We offer our employees competitive compensation along with health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, work-life balance initiatives, and much more. Join our team today!

Position Overview:

Challenger Geomatics has multiple openings for land surveying Survey Party Chiefs based in Edmonton with the ability and willingness to work out of town. The Survey Party Chief collects data in the field and works with our experienced project managers on a variety of survey assignments.

Candidates should have a willingness to travel to where the work is (if necessary). You will have the chance to work on different types of projects and grow your career through participation in our training and development programs. Challenger has many ongoing projects in the major hubs and out of town.

General Responsibilities:

• Completes field surveys and works closely with the Project Manager to ensure all client objectives are met.
• Provides necessary documentation to office staff including any field notes, computations, and other survey data.
• Communicates effectively with team members and ensures tasks are completed on time.
• Performs all health and safety duties as identified in the company’s safety procedures.
• Skilled with the use of survey equipment (GPS/GNSS Rovers, Total Stations, Locators, etc.) and ensures all company equipment and vehicles are properly operated and maintained.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or related discipline as well as previous survey experience.
• Must be flexible and willing to work out of town.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract
• Physical fitness - party chief's work outside in tough conditions, often carrying equipment long distances.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the energy sector or construction.
• Advanced Pilot (an asset)
• Line Locating experience
• 3D Scanner experience (an asset)
• Valid Safety Certificates (i.e. H2S, First Aid, CSTS, Wildlife Awareness)