Survey Party Chief

InSite Surveying, LLC; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InSite Surveying, LLC in Wall Township, NJ seeks a Survey Party Chief to lead field surveying on residential, commercial, and construction projects. You will supervise crews, coordinate with project managers, and ensure data accuracy and safety on site.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of surveying experience, strong knowledge of boundary and stakeout procedures, and proficiency with GPS/GNSS and robotic total stations. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of land surveying experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Knowledge of boundary determination, property lines, rights‑of‑way, easements, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and construction layout.
• Experience supervising field crews and coordinating surveying assignments.
• Thorough understanding of residential and commercial stakeout procedures.
• Experience operating GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, data collectors, and related surveying instruments.
• Ability to interpret survey documents, perform field calculations, and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading and collaborating with field and office teams.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead field surveying crews across residential, commercial, and construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate daily field operations to meet schedules.
• Review project requirements and gather necessary records, plans, and site data.
• Perform and oversee boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction layout surveys.
• Identify survey control points and evaluate property boundary evidence.
• Prepare, calculate, and verify stakeout data for line, grade, and layout operations.
• Maintain accurate field notes and survey records.
• Identify field discrepancies and communicate with management.
• Apply surveying principles to ensure accurate field data.
• Operate GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, data collectors, and related instruments.
• Follow safety practices and maintain equipment readiness.
• Supervise, train, and support field crew members; coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Land surveying

Field operations

Team leadership

Project coordination

GPS/GNSS

Robotic total station

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Data collection

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Technical surveying training

Tools

GPS/GNSS equipment

Robotic total station

Data collectors

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Survey Party Chief

Location: Wall Township, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 3+ Years

About InSite Surveying

InSite Surveying, LLC provides professional land surveying services throughout New Jersey, supporting a diverse range of residential, commercial, industrial, and public‑sector projects. Our team combines technical expertise, modern surveying technology, and a commitment to accuracy to deliver reliable survey data and high-quality project results.

As a Survey Party Chief, you'll lead field surveying operations, supervise field crew members, and coordinate with project managers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to ensure surveying assignments are completed accurately, safely, and efficiently. This role is ideal for an experienced survey professional who enjoys hands‑on fieldwork, solving technical challenges, and leading a team.

What You'll Do

Field Operations & Project Management

• Lead and manage field surveying crews across a variety of residential, commercial, and construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate daily field operations to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.
• Review project requirements and gather the necessary records, plans, control information, and site data before beginning fieldwork.
• Perform and oversee boundary, topographic, right‑of‑way, easement, utility, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, and construction layout surveys.
• Identify and establish survey control points and evaluate property boundary evidence to determine appropriate field procedures.
• Prepare, calculate, and verify construction stakeout data for line, grade, and layout operations.
• Maintain accurate field notes, survey records, measurements, and supporting documentation.
• Identify field conditions or discrepancies that may affect project scope, accuracy, or schedule and communicate them to management.

Technical Expertise & Quality Control

• Apply sound surveying principles and practices to ensure accurate and reliable field data.
• Interpret survey plans, deeds, filed maps, construction drawings, and other relevant project documents.
• Evaluate property line evidence, easements, rights‑of‑way, utilities, and existing site conditions.
• Perform field calculations and verify measurements, coordinates, elevations, and stakeout information.
• Conduct quality control checks of field measurements, survey data, and completed fieldwork.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment, including GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, data collectors, and related instruments.
• Maintain and inventory assigned equipment, ensuring it is properly cared for and ready for field use.
• Follow established company procedures and applicable safety practices.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise, train, and support field crew members to promote accuracy, productivity, and professional development.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, project managers, and office personnel to meet project requirements.
• Communicate field progress, project challenges, and scheduling needs to management.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and contractors when coordinating field activities.
• Collaborate with office‑based survey technicians and project managers to facilitate the efficient transfer of field data and project information.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining a strong commitment to deadlines and quality standards.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant land surveying experience, including field operations and construction layout.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree or technical school training in surveying or a related discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of boundary determination, property lines, rights‑of‑way, easements, utilities, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys, and construction layout.
• Experience supervising field crews and coordinating surveying assignments.
• Thorough understanding of residential and commercial construction stakeout procedures and practices.
• Experience operating GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, data collectors, and related surveying instruments.
• Ability to interpret survey documents, perform field calculations, and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading and collaborating effectively with a field crew and office team.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Dependable, punctual, self‑motivated, and committed to producing high‑quality work.

Why Join InSite Surveying?

At InSite Surveying, you'll have the opportunity to lead field operations, work on a diverse range of projects, and contribute directly to the quality and success of our surveying services. We value teamwork, technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.

You'll work alongside experienced surveying and engineering professionals in a collaborative environment that supports continued learning, expanded responsibilities, and long‑term career advancement.