Party Chief

DLZ Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) options

Paid parental leave

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

DLZ Corporation is seeking a Field Surveyor / Party Chief in Waterford, Michigan. You will conduct field surveys, set up survey grids, and operate advanced instruments to collect accurate data for civil construction projects.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, an associate degree in surveying-related fields, and experience with Leica/Trimble systems. Occasional overtime and travel may be required; strong safety and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or higher in Surveying & Mapping, Civil Technology, or Civil Engineering is useful.
• Experience with field surveys and construction surveying preferred.
• Ability to operate survey instruments and interpret plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys (topographic, boundary, utility) to determine locations and relate to right-of-way lines.
• Lay out grids, establish horizontal and vertical controls, and prepare survey sites.
• Operate robotic total stations, data collectors, GPS, and laser scanners to collect field data.
• Interpret construction plans and perform layout and calculations in the field.
• Create legible, accurate field notes and upload/download data files.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Surveying & Mapping or Civil Technology

Tools

Leica/Trimble Robotic Total Stations

GPS

Data Collectors

Laser scanners

Job description

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

DLZ Corporation currently has Field Surveyor / Party Chief opening in Waterford, Michigan.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct field surveys, including topographic, boundary, and utility, to determine the locations of natural features and man-made features, underground, and underwater and their relationships to right-of-way and boundary lines.
• Lay out grids, determining horizontal and vertical controls; prepare survey sites and remove necessary obstacles, including debris, brush, tree limbs, etc. to perform the survey.
• Operate survey instruments such as robotic total stations, data collectors, laser scanners, GPS, and other standard survey equipment to collect field data.
• Interpret construction plans, perform necessary calculations in the field, and perform construction layout.
• Create legible and accurate field notes.
• Upload/Download data files and photographs.
• Set up, maintain, and operate all field survey equipment, vehicles, and supplies.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent required
• Associates Degree or higher in Surveying & Mapping, Civil Technology, or Civil Engineering useful
• Survey experience with construction experience preferred.
• Prefer experience with Leica or Trimble Robotic Total Stations, laser scanners, GPS, and Data Collectors.
• Ability to review and understand civil construction and architectural plans and specifications.
• Must be able perform basic mathematical and trigonometric calculations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, property owners, and coworkers.
• Must have or be able to obtain OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Available to work overtime as needed with occasional light travel
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #ZR