What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Party Chief position at Actalent?
Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Survey Party Chief to join our growing team in San Antonio, TX. This role is ideal for a hands-on surveying professional who loves working in the field, takes pride in mentoring others, and enjoys contributing to meaningful infrastructure and civil projects across South Texas.
As a Survey Party Chief, you will lead field crews, manage daily survey operations, and ensure accurate, high-quality data collection while fostering a positive and safety-focused team environment.
Must-Have Qualifications
Proven experience using Trimble survey equipment and software
A genuine love for field work and outdoor operations
Strong passion for mentoring and developing junior crew members
Ability to lead a survey crew efficiently while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity
Nice-to-Have Experience
Topographic surveying
Boundary surveying
Construction staking
Experience supporting municipal, TxDOT, or civil infrastructure projects
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise survey crews on a variety of field assignments
Perform and oversee data collection using Trimble equipment
Ensure field work aligns with project specifications and quality standards
Train, mentor, and support survey technicians and crew members
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and office staff
Maintain field equipment and promote safe work practices at all times
Skills
Survey, Surveying, Topography, Trimble, Topographic surveys, Land surveying, boundary, staking
Top Skills Details
Survey,Surveying,Topography,Trimble
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Surveyor Party Chief
Topographic
Alta
Trimble
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 15, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $27 - $35