What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Party Chief position at Summit Design and Engineering Services?
Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant solutions to our clients while providing support and guidance to the communities where we live, work, and play.
At Summit, we know our employees are the backbone of our organization. That's why we've built a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where each team member is valued, heard, and supported in their career goals. We invest directly in our employee's success by offering a wide range of benefits, beyond the basics including student loan reimbursement, paid volunteer hours, education and certification assistance, wellness stipends, and a flexible workplace that encourages work-life balance. When our team succeeds, Summit thrives!
We seek individuals who will contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you're interested in joining over 400 of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply.
Summit Design and Engineering Services is seeking a skilled and motivated Survey Party Chief to work in the Asheville area with at least five years of field experience across a broad range of survey types. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and perform all types of land surveys, including but not limited to: construction staking, as-builts, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic, boundary, subdivision, and NCDOT location surveys.
- Supervise and motivate the survey crew to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and efficiently.
- Perform survey computations and assist with data collection.
- Train and mentor junior survey technicians in equipment use, field procedures, and safety protocols.
- Maintain a high standard of accuracy and productivity in all survey work.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and clients.
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of all survey equipment.
- Provide support in technical field tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of survey experience.
- NC Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred.
- Proficient with GPS, RTK, VRS, and robotic total station equipment.
- Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D is a strong plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and maps.
- Skilled in making accurate field calculations and job planning.
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Physically able to walk rough terrain, stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform field work in various weather conditions.
- Ability to travel as needed, including overnight stays
A signing bonus up to $1,000 is available for the right candidate. Candidates referred through third party recruiters are not eligible for a signing bonus.
Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E-verify.
A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.
