Lead Field Survey Party Chief

Bowman; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Discretionary bonuses

Performance incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness initiatives

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bowman in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews and oversee surveying and geospatial data collection. This role emphasizes hands-on supervision, strong knowledge of surveying methods, and coordination with clients and contractors to ensure accurate data deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years on a land surveying party, proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience on a land surveying party.
• Prior party chief experience a plus.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of construction stakeout procedures and practices.
• Familiar with boundary and ALTA/NSPS surveys.
• Ability to perform topographic, road frontage cross-sections, and as-built surveys.
• Thorough knowledge of total station, GPS and data collection; adaptable to new equipment.
• Valid State Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision of survey field crew and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate with contractors to deliver survey services.
• Identify property lines and decide survey approach.
• Gather information to conduct surveys efficiently and assign tasks.
• Discuss work with clients as needed.
• Make calculations and maintain essential survey records.
• Ensure survey truck is maintained and equipment inventoried.
• Communicate with management to maximize effort and man-hours.
• Promote the firm’s capabilities to win new clients and strengthen relationships.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Surveying

GPS

Total station

Data collection

Boundary surveys

ALTA/NSPS

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Bowman in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews and oversee surveying and geospatial data collection. This role emphasizes hands-on supervision, strong knowledge of surveying methods, and coordination with clients and contractors to ensure accurate data deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years on a land surveying party, proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a valid driver's license.