Survey Party Chief - Easton, MD

Talbotchamber; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Annual PTO

Paid holidays

Flexible summer hours

Education Assistance and professional-

Job summary

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. is seeking a field surveyor to join our on-site team in Maryland. You will lead field crews, record measurements across boundary, topographic, and construction surveys, and coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate data collection.

The ideal candidate has experience with surveying instruments (theodolites, 3D scanners, Topcon controllers) and can work outdoors in varying conditions, maintaining safety protocols on every site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; surveying experience preferred.
• Experience with boundary, topographic, ALTA surveys and stakeouts.
• Experience using surveying instruments and field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field crew to obtain measurements, sketches, and data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Communicate progress with project managers and survey supervisors.
• Guide equipment setup and operation.
• Layout stakes for mapping and documentation.
• Maintain crew safety and use of safety equipment.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Client Focused

Effective Communicator

Critical Thinker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Theodolites

3D Scanners

Topcon Field Controllers

Job description

On the road and in the field, Davis, Bowen & Friedel’s surveyors are always hard at work. Often the first individuals on site, surveyors play an integral role of the planning and design process. They are responsible for recording measurements on a wide range of terrain for various properties. Our architects and engineers use their measurements to design buildings and develop sites safely and accurately.

The ideal candidate must be physically able to work outdoors in all terrain and weather conditions on job sites on a daily basis. They must be able to lead a team and, as a member of a survey crew, manage the performance of various types of surveys utilizing the latest equipment and surveying technology. Candidates must have the ability to solve problems in the field under adverse conditions using mathematical and analytical procedures.

DBF is a multi-discipline architecture and engineering firm that provides planning and design services for both public and private clients. We have a company culture focused on innovation, a commitment to excellence, and fostering an environment of continual growth. DBF offers a great place to work, an attractive incentive package, liberal PTO, and very competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the field crew to obtain measurements, sketches, and data collection for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Communicate progress with project managers and survey supervisors.
• Guide equipment set-up and operation.
• Layout stakes for map-making.
• Maintain crew safety and use of safety equipment.

Education & Skills

The preferred applicant shall possess a high school diploma or GED. Previous surveying experience is required including work on boundary, topographic, bathymetric and ALTA surveys and construction stakeouts. The ideal candidate should also have experience using theodolites, 3D scanners, and Topcon field controllers.

Key Qualifications

• Detail Oriented – Ability to exercise attention to detail.
• Client Focused – Ability to respond to client needs in a timely manner.
• An Effective Communicator – Ability to clearly communicate ideas, actively listen, and ask appropriate questions.
• A Critical Thinker – Ability to problem solve and make good decisions.

We attract the best in the industry with our competitive benefits package.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible summer hours
• Education Assistance and professional licensing reimbursement

Additional Postings available from Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc.