Lead Survey Party Chief - Field Operations & Staking

Gilder Search Group; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in Lakewood, NJ. You will oversee boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys, while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with project goals.

The role requires 5+ years in surveying, strong leadership, and proficiency with total stations, GPS, and data collectors. Travel to project sites and mentoring of team members are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Survey Party Chief.
• Proficient with total stations, GPS, and data collectors.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of local and state surveying regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey crews in the field to collect accurate data.
• Perform boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment.
• Prepare survey reports and deliverables.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance on sites.
• Train and mentor crew members.
• Maintain organized field notes and drawings.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Field data collection

Surveying equipment operation

Travel to project sites

Education

Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Data collectors

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in Lakewood, NJ. You will oversee boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys, while ensuring data accuracy and compliance with project goals.

The role requires 5+ years in surveying, strong leadership, and proficiency with total stations, GPS, and data collectors. Travel to project sites and mentoring of team members are expected.