Survey Party Chief I

KCI Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Survey Party Chief to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to lead survey crews while utilizing advanced equipment and ensuring project accuracy. With a commitment to employee ownership, the company fosters an innovative environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Enjoy a competitive compensation package along with family-friendly benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about surveying and ready to take on exciting challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Family-Friendly Benefits

Collaborative Working Environment

Training and Mentoring

Per Diem for Travel

Qualifications

• 4+ years of survey experience, including party chief experience.
• Knowledge of field equipment and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise survey crew and maintain accurate field notes.
• Communicate effectively with office staff and train subordinates.

Skills

Field Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Field Note-Taking

Mathematical Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Travel Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Robotic Instrument

Total Station

Data Collector

GPS (RTK, VRS)

Autolevel

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Experience: 4+ years overall survey experience. 4+ years survey party chief experience. ALTA, topographic surveys, construction surveys - required experience. TXDOT survey and SUE experience a plus.
• Skills: Knowledge of field equipment operation, communication, field note-taking, good math skills, ability to work as a one-man crew as necessary, ability to travel nationally as projects may require.
• Duties: Supervise Survey Crew, keep field notes, communicate with office staff, train subordinates, operate robotic instrument, operate total station, data collector, GPS (fast static, RTK, and VRS), autolevel, download data into computers each night.
• Other: Valid Driver's License, good work ethic, must be willing to travel, great pay and benefits, per diem for travel, reliability, able to lift up to 50 pounds, able to work more than 40 hours a week as necessary. Ability to travel up to 12 days as projects dictate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 4 - 8 years of experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Participate in cross-training as requested to build a stronger team.
• Communicate your workflow needs to your team and to your supervisor.
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
• Accurately record and report daily forms per project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Proactively resolve problems at the lowest level.
• Adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Review all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting.
• Submit accurate time sheets, mileage, and expense reports on time each week.
• Review job site safety daily and take immediate action to document and resolve issues.
• Understand OSHA Safety Standards and KCI corporate policies and follow them at all times.
• Accurately record and report your work each day on the forms provided.
• Inspect and correct your own work before turning it in.
• Perform all task assignments using required industry standards.
• Review all work assigned to you before beginning your work.
• Understand all applicable industry standards for your assigned tasks.
• Work with your team to maximize your production and accuracy to help us achieve our goal.
• Maintain all required certifications and participate in training courses as required.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.