Field Survey Lead: Topographic Mapping & Laser Scanning

Jacobs; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Colorado is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join a collaborative team delivering infrastructure projects. You’ll perform field surveys, manage data, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with Project Managers.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in surveying, experience with topographic surveys, laser scanning, UAVs, subsurface utilities, and boundary work. Travel up to 50% and Trimble experience are preferred. Jacobs offers growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Instrument Operator, Party Chief, or Survey Technician.
• Experience with topographic design surveys, laser scanning, UAV pilot, subsurface utilities, boundary and/or ROW preferred.
• 2+ years of industry experience with field surveying tasks.
• Reputation as a trusted and respected member of the surveying community.
• Good social and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scopes, client expectations, and deliverables with Project Managers.
• Support and uphold project safety plans and ensure safety protocol compliance.
• Perform field surveys including control networks, boundary, topographic, and laser scanning tasks.
• Collect survey data using Trimble GNSS receivers, total stations, digital levels, laser scanners, and data collectors.
• Ensure field work complies with local, state, and national regulations.
• Produce clear, detailed field notes and deliver high-quality data for office processing.
• Maintain organized records of survey activities and ensure data integrity.
• Perform routine equipment checks and calibrations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Work outdoors in variable weather conditions and challenging environments.
• Operate independently with strong task focus and accountability.
• Represent Jacobs in the field with professionalism and integrity.
• Stay current with emerging surveying technologies and recommend improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Field surveying

Topographic surveys

Laser scanning

UAV pilot

Subsurface utilities

Boundary/ROW

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble equipment

Trimble software

Job description

Jacobs in Colorado is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join a collaborative team delivering infrastructure projects. You’ll perform field surveys, manage data, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with Project Managers.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in surveying, experience with topographic surveys, laser scanning, UAVs, subsurface utilities, and boundary work. Travel up to 50% and Trimble experience are preferred. Jacobs offers growth and benefits.