WSP in the U.S. · 2 days ago
Senior Party Chief - Surveying
WSP is currently searching for an experienced Senior Party Chief - Surveying to join their Land Surveying and Geospatial Team. This role involves performing survey field work, mentoring junior staff, and working on a variety of survey projects across different sectors in the Northeast region.
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Responsibilities
This is a full-time position performing survey field work in an experienced leading role either working independently or working with and mentoring Jr Party Chiefs and Instrument Operators
Candidates will also interact with office staff and the management team on a daily basis
Candidates can expect to work on a wide variety of survey projects in different sectors such as commercial, transportation, environmental, industrial, institutional, and energy projects
Candidates can expect to work on project sites within the Northeast region, but there may be occasions where project sites are located outside of this area and travel may be a possibility. Project sites may be located in rural areas, urban environments, and everything in between with the majority of the work being outdoors
Candidates will utilize a variety of survey instruments and other equipment to obtain measurements and perform field surveys. Candidates will also prepare notes and sketches in a clear and legible manner
Candidates will ensure survey field data from each day is downloaded and provide reports and summaries for field work when needed
Candidates may interact with clients and the public while in the field often acting as the main point of contact in the field and need to represent WSP in a positive and professional manner
Candidates may be asked to perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED required but ideal candidates will have obtained higher education in the field of land surveying or an associated field
Minimum of 6 years of experience in the field of land surveying and geospatial services or an associated field
Possess advanced knowledge of most survey equipment, practices, and procedures
Possess a willingness to mentor and teach Jr Party Chiefs and Instrument Operators while being willing to continue learning themselves
Must have a valid state driver's license and must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle and Background screening
Effective interpersonal and communication skills and should be detail oriented and organized
Ability to work independently with supervision or as part of a team to complete field tasks related to land surveying
Ability to work flexible schedules conducive to project-specific needs that may extend beyond the typical work hours or work weeks
Physical ability to perform the duties of this position may include walking long distances and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds in weight
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and be willing to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred
Associate or Equivalent experience in closely related discipline is preferred
Possess OSHA 10, or other types of safety training certifications
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Lecia Infinity or other drafting / data processing programs a plus
Experience in most types of survey work including but not limited to traditional boundary and topographic location surveys, utility surveys, right of way surveys, construction stakeout and monitoring, 3D laser scanning, and more
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
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