Lead Field Survey Chief — GPS & Mapping Leader

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA, is hiring a Survey Party Chief to lead the field crew, organize surveys, and ensure accuracy and safety of data collection on projects in the region.

The role requires overseeing survey duties, collaborating with engineers, officials, and contractors, and delivering final maps and reports. A minimum of three years in surveying and High School diploma are expected. This is a full-time on-site position with standard work hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of surveying experience or training.
• Ability to safely operate required surveying equipment within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Leads field survey crew, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Plans and executes survey duties across projects.
• Collaborates with engineers, officials, contractors, and supervisors.
• Gathers data using GPS and surveying tools.
• Drafts reports and maps for surveys performed.

Skills

Surveying

Team leadership

Safety compliance

GPS data collection

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS

Survey equipment

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA, is hiring a Survey Party Chief to lead the field crew, organize surveys, and ensure accuracy and safety of data collection on projects in the region.

The role requires overseeing survey duties, collaborating with engineers, officials, and contractors, and delivering final maps and reports. A minimum of three years in surveying and High School diploma are expected. This is a full-time on-site position with standard work hours.