Lead Survey Party Chief — Field Ops & Precision

Encompass Energy Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Energy Services in Houston seeks an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead field operations for boundary, ALTA/NSPS, and topographic surveys. You will supervise a crew, perform data collection, staking, and ensure accuracy of field notes and calculations while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Requirements include a minimum of 5 years as a survey party chief, proficiency with Trimble hardware and software, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years as survey party chief.
• Experience with Trimble hardware and software (Trimble Access, Trimble Business Center).
• Knowledge of boundary and ALTA/NSPS surveys.
• Ability to lead field operations and train staff.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking as part of survey crew.
• Setup and validate survey equipment; collect data.
• Prepare field notes and sketches.
• Maintain equipment and manage supplies.
• Coordinate and supervise junior personnel.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of survey data.

Skills

Team leadership

Field data collection

Communication

Independent worker

Travel-ready

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble Access

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Robotic total station

Convention total stations

SX10/SX7 scanning

Trimble GPS data routines

Job description

Encompass Energy Services in Houston seeks an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead field operations for boundary, ALTA/NSPS, and topographic surveys. You will supervise a crew, perform data collection, staking, and ensure accuracy of field notes and calculations while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Requirements include a minimum of 5 years as a survey party chief, proficiency with Trimble hardware and software, and willingness to travel.