Survey Party Chief: Field Leader for Major Projects (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

PTO 17 days

Holidays included

Caregiver leave

Stock purchase plan

Legally mandated benefits

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Survey Party Chief in Colorado to lead field surveying efforts on major infrastructure projects. You will work with a collaborative team, manage field data, and ensure safety and quality across projects. The role emphasizes independence, accuracy, and client interaction.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in field surveying, experience with Trimble tools, and a track record of reliable performance. Travel up to 50% may be required, and a hybrid work approach is supported.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as Instrument Operator, Party Chief, or Survey Technician.
• Experience with topographic design surveys, laser scanning, UAV pilot, subsurface utilities, boundary and/or ROW preferred.
• 2+ years in the industry with proven ability to complete field surveying tasks.
• Reputation as a trusted member of the surveying community.
• Must have good social and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scopes, client expectations, and deliverables with Project Managers.
• Support safety plans and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Perform field surveys including control networks, boundary, topographic, and laser scanning tasks.
• Collect survey data using Trimble GNSS receivers, total stations, digital levels, laser scanners, and data collectors.
• Ensure field work complies with local, state, and national regulations.
• Produce detailed field notes and deliver high-quality data for office processing.
• Maintain organized records of survey activities and data integrity.
• Perform routine equipment checks and calibrations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Work outdoors in variable weather and challenging environments.
• Operate independently with strong task focus and accountability.
• Represent Jacobs in the field with professionalism and integrity.
• Stay current with emerging surveying technologies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Field surveying

Social skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trimble equipment & software

FAA Part 107 pilot certificate

CST/LSI/PLS certification

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Survey Party Chief in Colorado to lead field surveying efforts on major infrastructure projects. You will work with a collaborative team, manage field data, and ensure safety and quality across projects. The role emphasizes independence, accuracy, and client interaction.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in field surveying, experience with Trimble tools, and a track record of reliable performance. Travel up to 50% may be required, and a hybrid work approach is supported.