Lead Survey Party Chief - Field Staking & Data

ADP, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

401(k) with company match

Paid certifications and training

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in land surveying projects across Arizona, with emphasis on construction staking, plan development, and data quality control.

The role requires 3+ years in surveying, proficiency with total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors; strong leadership, client communication, and willingness to travel. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this on-site opportunity.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of experience in land surveying, particularly in Construction Staking, with a proven track record of progressively responsible roles.
• Proficiency in using surveying instruments and software (Total Stations, GPS, Levels, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and procedures.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and client relationship management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to various job sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead the survey crew in the execution of field surveys, including control surveys, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, construction layout, as-built surveys, and other survey related tasks.
• Ensure accurate and precise data collection using surveying instruments, including total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors.
• Supervise the establishment of survey control points, benchmarks, and reference points.
• Maintain and manage vehicles and surveying equipment, ensuring that it is in optimal working condition and properly calibrated.
• Manage the inventory of field supplies and equipment to ensure adequate resources for survey projects.
• Collect, analyze, and verify the accuracy and quality of the survey data to generate detailed maps, plans, and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Surveying knowledge

Communication

Tools

Total Stations

GPS

Levels

Data collectors

Job description

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field crews in land surveying projects across Arizona, with emphasis on construction staking, plan development, and data quality control.

The role requires 3+ years in surveying, proficiency with total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors; strong leadership, client communication, and willingness to travel. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this on-site opportunity.