Survey Party Chief

Evolving Solution Services; Colorado; On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

STD/LTD/Life insurance

HSA/FSA plans

401k employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

SGM is seeking a Survey Technician Party Chief in Telluride, Colorado. The successful candidate will possess strong technical skills in boundary, easement, right‑of‑ways, topo surveys, GPS RTK and static surveys, design surveys, aerial mapping, and construction layout.

The role requires a hands‑on leader who enjoys outdoor work and has a long‑term interest in a surveying career. 5+ years of land surveying experience is preferred, along with a valid driver's license and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Five or more years of land surveying experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Able to carry 50+ lbs of survey gear.
• Strong knowledge of coordinate systems.
• Ability to work independently or with a crew.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Preferred: Party Chief experience; GIS experience; Trimble software/hardware.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the client, the client’s representative, and contractors.
• Supervise field survey team.
• Ensure team is properly equipped with PPE and follows safety protocol.
• Prepare field notes.
• Follow local, state, and federal survey regulations.

Skills

Land surveying

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Coordinate systems

Independent worker

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Tools

GIS software

Trimble equipment

Job description

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Survey Party Chief

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1005

Salary Range: $29.50 To $49.40 Annually

Our Telluride, Colorado office is currently seeking a Survey Technician Party Chief. The successful candidate will possess strong technical skills and experience in the following areas: boundary, easement, right-of-ways, topo surveys, GPS RTK and Static surveys, design surveys, aerial mapping, and construction layout. We will consider candidates with no direct experience if they demonstrate interest in a long-term survey career, strong math skills, a hard work ethic, and a desire to work outdoors. The ideal candidate will have a srong desire to live, work, and play in Western Colorado

Pay is based on experience & qualifications: $29.50-$45.40/hr.

SGM offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision coverage, employer-paid STD/LTD/Life, HSA/FSA plans, 401k employer match, parental leave, vacation & sick leave, 8 paid holidays, and incentive compensation bonuses. Benefits may be prorated for part-time employees. This position will be posted until filled but no sooner than three days from now.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the client, the client’s representative, and contractors
• Supervise field survey team
• Ensure team is properly equipped with personal protection equipment and following safety protocol
• Prepare field notes
• Follow local, state, and federal survey regulations

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of land surveying experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Physically capable of performing typical land surveying tasks, including the ability to carry 50+ lbs. of survey gear through mountainous terrain
• Detailed understanding of coordinate systems
• Ability to work independently or as part of a crew
• Motivated problem solver
• Ability to work long hours when needed with occasional out-of-town travel

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Party Chief
• GIS experience
• Trimble software and hardware experience
• Diverse surveying experience with GPS and conventional surveying equipment including boundary retracement, construction staking, topographic mapping, and legal description preparation

As an equal opportunity employer, SGM realizes that a diverse group of employees will bring a broader range of ideas and a stronger vision to the world of engineering, consulting, and surveying. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law. CDOT Non-Discrimination in Employment Notice