Party Chief – Field Surveys

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Health care coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking a Party Chief- Field Surveys to join our Virginia Beach team.

The role involves leading a land survey crew to perform horizontal and vertical control, topographic, as-built, and boundary surveys, and construction stake-out in diverse transportation and civil/site projects. We require 3+ years of surveying experience, proficiency with Total Stations and data collectors (preferably Trimble, TDS, Carlson), GPS receivers, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3+ years of experience in surveying is required.
• Experience with Total Stations and data collectors (preferably Trimble, TDS and Carlson) and GPS receivers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research legal records and boundaries to determine line locations.
• Collect data related to land shape, contour, elevation, or dimensions.
• Prepare detailed field notes during field surveys.
• Compile raw data, notes and photos and upload to project folder.
• Lead a field crew and supervise field operations as needed.
• Confer with surveyor or engineer on plan preparation, acceptance testing, and field condition evaluations.
• Perform non-routine assignments with substantial variety and complexity.

Skills

Survey instrumentation

Field data collection

CAD software

MV screening

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High school diploma

3+ years surveying experience

Tools

Total Stations

Data collectors

Trimble

TDS

Carlson

GPS receivers

Job description

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary:

JMT is seeking a Party Chief- Field Surveys to join their team in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and efficient collection of various types of survey data, Under the direction of a Licensed Land Surveyor. The position requires the party chief to work closely with and lead a land survey crew in the field during the location of vertical and horizontal control, topographic, as-built, and boundary surveys as well as construction stake-out. They may assist with calculations for plat/map production and assist in use of source data, such as surveying data and notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. They also may verify accuracy and completeness of plats/maps. This position works closely with project managers and technicians during creation of base mapping and plans for the construction of various types of transportation, energy and civil/site projects including, but not limited to, the following: roadways, bridges, energy facilities, parks, commercial and private developments.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Compensation for this position is $30.00 – $45.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Research legal records, look for evidence of boundaries, and assist with the analysis of the data to determine the location of boundary lines
• Collect data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features
• Preparation of detailed and neatly written field notes during field survey
• Compile raw data, notes and pictures and upload to project folder
• Competent in the use of:

1. GPS: Static, RTK and VRS

2. Total Stations: Conventional and Robotic

3. Levels: optical and electronic

4. Data collectors and programs

5. Computers and software for surveying

• Accompanies and oversees work of a field crew, conducting complete assignments or portions of a large and diverse project while organizing field operations and collecting data to ensure efficacy and accuracy
• Reviews project specifications and confers with surveyor or engineer concerning assistance required such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions, design changes, and reports
• Performs non-routine assignments involving substantial variety and complexity
• Performs surveying duties not requiring licensure
• Computes volumes and prepares graphs
• Performs supervisory responsibilities on a job specific basis

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Occasional travel as needed

Required Skills

• Ability to use applicable survey instrumentation and software programs required for gathering field data and organizing data for submission to the Land Surveyor. Uses Computer Assisted Drafting software
• Mathematical Skills including the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Knowledge of all positions on the crew and capability to utilize all equipment
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT’s Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 + years’ experience in a surveying
• Experience with Total Stations and data collectors, preferably Trimble, TDS and Carlson, and GPS receivers

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 90% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be mainly conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 10% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Some travel required. Some night shift work required.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more…
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.