Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW) is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join our dynamic growing team in our Chesapeake, Virginia office.

Named a 2023 Top Workplace by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, KBJW is a fun, family-oriented business, dedicated to the success of our employees, clients, and our communities. For more than 30 years, we have served as a leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With our rapid growth and several strategic acquisitions there is an excellent opportunity to begin a fulfilling career at KBJW.

KBJW offers interesting projects, a friendly atmosphere, professional development, and a competitive benefits package. We look for employees who are willing to work hard, solve problems and help us grow.

Job Responsibilities:

• Understand, operate, and maintain the various types of instruments and equipment
• Manage and responsible for crew members.
• Assist with training crew members
• Assist with resolution of technical and administrative problems.
• Work closely with Supervisor to complete projects within assigned schedules.
• Adhere to company safety polices and use of supplied personal protective equipment
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Ability to accurate prepare daily field notes for timely completion of projects.
• Travel to project sites and other branch offices
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• High School diploma.
• 5 years as an Instrument Operator
• Ability to work occasional weekends as projects demand.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• A flexible working style with an ability to work independently and within a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• A valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Work Environment: The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required of the individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Work may routinely (and sometimes extensively) require the employee to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry field equipment up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to reach with hands and/or arms, and frequently required to hold, handle, or feel a variety of items.
• The employee must be able to see and focus, including with close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth vision.
• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.

Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed both in the field and in the office, which may include all weather conditions, construction sites, and/or difficult terrain. The employee may sometimes be exposed to loud or noisy environments.

Why KBJW?

Generous Bonuses: Our performance-based bonus structure recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Continuous Learning: Stay ahead of the curve with our professional development program, featuring paid training opportunities, industry conferences, and support for further education and certifications.

Work-Life Balance: We value our employees' wellbeing and offer flexible hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

KBJW offers a competitive wage and a complete benefits package, including 401(k), medical and dental plans, paid vacation, and sick time, profit-sharing, and opportunities for professional growth.

KBJW has a 30 year history of providing civil engineering and surveying services in the Central Virginia Region. Over the past 4 years, KBJW has become one of the fastest-growing civil firms in our region with 5 locations; 3 in Virginia, 1 in Ohio, and 1 in Kentucky.

KBJW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.