Lead Survey Party Chief – Field Operations

RIGID; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RIGID is seeking a Civil Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys along the Gulf Coast region. You will manage crews, ensure data accuracy, and coordinate with project managers and site managers on-site.

The role requires travel to regional job sites, strong technical surveying skills, and adherence to safety protocols. Proficiency with Trimble GPS and total stations is essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of technical engineering/surveying training plus minimum 1 year of construction surveying experience or equivalent combinations of training and related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to use all surveying equipment and techniques.
• Ability to travel to regional job sites daily and/or overnight.
• Operate Trimble GPS equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee field surveys including primary control, construction layout, and as-built surveys using efficient data acquisition methods.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including sketches, daily reports, timesheets, and other documentation.
• Communicate with Project Surveyors, technicians, construction manager, project manager, and team members to align with schedules and monitor progress.
• Layout features according to plans and designs.
• Capture and report existing or as-built data.
• Represent RIGID professionally when interacting with clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure all systems comply with contractual requirements and company procedures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications to meet tolerances and standards.
• Ensure vehicles, instruments, and field equipment are maintained, calibrated, and operational.

Skills

Field leadership

Surveying equipment

GPS/Total Station

Reading plans

Data management

Safety protocols

Education

Surveying training

Tools

Trimble GPS

Total Stations

Job description

RIGID is seeking a Civil Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys along the Gulf Coast region. You will manage crews, ensure data accuracy, and coordinate with project managers and site managers on-site.

The role requires travel to regional job sites, strong technical surveying skills, and adherence to safety protocols. Proficiency with Trimble GPS and total stations is essential.