Party Chief

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services in New York, NY is seeking a Party Chief to join its collaborative team. This role leads a survey crew to perform topographic, boundary, and utility surveys and construction layout, gathering field data and drafting survey maps from it in a technologically progressive environment.

The Party Chief will focus on land development projects including commercial, residential, and power centers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; 2+ years surveying/ drafting experience.
• Proficiency in Carlson; AutoCAD or Civil 3D a plus.
• Willingness to travel overnight.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two to three person field crew.
• Coordinate with project managers to establish project goals and provide daily updates.
• Collect field data using surveying equipment and software.
• Prepare survey maps and CAD files from field data.
• Establish survey control and perform construction layout.
• Maintain survey equipment and initiate repairs.
• Assist with CAD drafting and data management in the office.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Judgment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

2+ years surveying experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Carlson

AutoCAD / Civil 3D

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U. S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial, from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News‑Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes well‑being, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Party Chief to join its collaborative team in New York, NY. This individual will serve a key function in leading a survey crew in topographic, boundary, utility surveys and construction layout. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collect field data and information related to the preparation of survey maps and CAD files and also have the ability to draft and prepare survey maps from the acquired field data in a technologically progressive environment. The Party Chief will focus on small and large‑scale land development projects including, but not limited to commercial, big‑box, power centers and residential properties.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage a two to three person field crew.
• Communicate and collaborate with project managers to establish project goals, and provide daily updates regarding project status.
• Collect field data for preparation of surveys by using surveying equipment and software.
• Effectively use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans and aerial photographs to assess project needs and assist in project approach.
• Establish and recover survey control and monumentation, perform construction layout, obtain sewer invert and subsurface utility information and photo documentation of the project area.
• Apply knowledge and techniques of surveying and advanced mathematics.
• Maintain survey equipment and initiate repairs when necessary.
• As necessary, assist with office tasks including, but not limited to CAD drafting, data download, deed and map research and filing.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; undergraduate-level courses in Survey or related field a plus.
• 2+ years prior experience in office drafting and analysis to produce boundary, topographic and utility surveys.
• Proficiency in Carlson; AutoCAD or Civil 3D software a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, organizational and judgment capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with co‑workers and managers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Availability to travel overnight for select projects.

Benefits

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full‑time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

Pay Range

$88,000—$110,000 USD

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