Lead Survey Party Chief, Energy Services

Schneider Geomatics; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Geomatics is seeking a Survey Party Chief for the Energy Services team in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role requires strong leadership in surveying, field operations, and client-facing coordination while maintaining equipment and data integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of party chief experience across utility and construction staking, knowledge of Trimble systems, and familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as party chief in utility, residential, commercial and highway construction staking, ALTA surveys, route surveys or topographic surveys.
• Pipeline as-builts experience is a plus.
• AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience is a plus.
• MAOP experience preferred.
• DOT PHMSA drug screen required and a good driving record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Will perform field tasks with occasional overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveying fieldwork and stake out for energy projects.
• Mentor and instruct crew; operate as a one-person crew when required.
• Process and check field data; document field notes per company standards.
• Maintain and care for vehicles and equipment and ensure safety.
• Adapt to client needs and travel as required.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Self-discipline

Tools

Trimble GPS

VRS networks

Robotic total stations

TBC processing software

Trimble data collectors

Job description

Schneider Geomatics is seeking a Survey Party Chief for the Energy Services team in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role requires strong leadership in surveying, field operations, and client-facing coordination while maintaining equipment and data integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of party chief experience across utility and construction staking, knowledge of Trimble systems, and familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D.