Party Chief

Acciona S.A; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA invites applications for the position of Survey Party Chief to lead field geomatics operations for the SR400 Express Lanes Project in Georgia. You will manage data collection and training of Geomatics Operators, ensuring precise control and alignment with design specifications on site.

Responsibilities include performing layout, documenting as-built conditions, supporting variances, and collaborating with engineers and project managers to deliver accurate survey outputs for construction

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in surveying and land mapping on construction sites.
• LSIT (Land Surveyor In Training) certification strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Proven ability to train, guide, and direct field personnel on active construction projects.
• Familiarity with topographic and cross-section survey methods to support planning, design, and material quantity estimation.
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated experience coordinating with engineering teams and project management on-site.
• Proficiency with modern survey instruments, including GPS, total stations, and data collectors.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adherence to company and industry safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide precise work control lines and elevations essential for accurate measurements and correct material installation by field crews, ensuring alignment with design specifications and construction plans.
• Perform layout assignments with competence and accuracy, following directives from the Survey Manager and adapting methods to field conditions as needed.
• Support the evaluation of potential dimensional variances and resolve field-related issues that may impact construction progress or design intent.
• Verify and document as-built conditions using appropriate surveying techniques to ensure compliance and facilitate accurate project records.
• Conduct topographic and cross-section surveys to support planning activities, progress tracking, and quantity measurement for billing or reporting purposes.
• Assist in calculating volumes and quantities related to earthwork, materials, and structural elements, providing data that supports project planning and control.
• Supervise field survey teams, coordinating daily tasks, monitoring performance, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and technical precision.
• Collaborate with engineers, superintendents, and project managers to communicate field data, resolve discrepancies, and align survey outputs with construction requirements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership supervision

GPS proficiency

Total stations proficiency

Data collectors proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Geomatics, or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Total Stations

Data Collectors

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. Construction is set to begin in late 2025, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

The Survey Party Chief is responsible for leading field geomatics operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with company and industry standards. They manage and train Geomatics Operators, oversee data collection and analysis, and maintain precision in field operations. This role includes supervising staff, managing advanced geomatics equipment, and ensuring quality control in collected data.

Job Description

• Provide precise work control lines and elevations essential for accurate measurements and correct material installation by field crews, ensuring alignment with design specifications and construction plans.
• Perform layout assignments with competence and accuracy, following directives from the Survey Manager and adapting methods to field conditions as needed.
• Support the evaluation of potential dimensional variances and resolve field-related issues that may impact construction progress or design intent.
• Verify and document as-built conditions using appropriate surveying techniques to ensure compliance and facilitate accurate project records.
• Conduct topographic and cross-section surveys to support planning activities, progress tracking, and quantity measurement for billing or reporting purposes.
• Assist in calculating volumes and quantities related to earthwork, materials, and structural elements, providing data that supports project planning and control.
• Supervise field survey teams, coordinating daily tasks, monitoring performance, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and technical precision.
• Collaborate with engineers, superintendents, and project managers to communicate field data, resolve discrepancies, and align survey outputs with construction requirements.

Required Skills and Competencies

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in surveying and land mapping on construction sites.
• LSIT (Land Surveyor In Training) certification strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Proven ability to train, guide, and direct field personnel on active construction projects.
• Familiarity with topographic and cross-section survey methods to support planning, design, and material quantity estimation.
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated experience coordinating with engineering teams and project management on-site.
• Proficiency with modern survey instruments, including GPS, total stations, and data collectors.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adherence to company and industry safety standards.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis.

We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.