Party Chief - Survey
Lja
Transport, set up, and operate surveying equipment, locate property corners, and record data.
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Murfreesboro, TN
Field
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Public Infrastructure
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Energy Services
Rail Services
Surveying
Construction Engineering & Inspection
Sector Specialisms
Public Works
Land Development
Transportation
Rail Services
Energy
Environmental
Surveying
Civil & Site Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
corner photos
data upload
level surveying
topographic survey
sketch prep
position calc
- When locating the property corners, party chief should take photos of the property corner found, including measuring the size of the corner found and include the point number when the property corner is tied in.
- Upload existing text files into the data collector for each project, as well and downloading the data and creating a text file for CAD work.
- Use Level instruments to run level loops to get the best vertical control and better accuracy when performing topographic surveys in parking areas and along street and roads for engineering design.
- Be able to prepare a working sketch of a metes and bounds description or field notes description of a property.
- Party chief should be able to calculate the position of property corners on properties and along street and road right-of -ways.
What you bring
hs graduate
client relations
communication
detail oriented
surveying
metes & bounds
- HS Graduate or GED
- Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external clients
- Strong communication skills both oral and written
- Driving to and from various project sites
- Good note keeper that pays attention to details and follows instructions.
- Walking and working outdoors under variable weather conditions.
- Be proficient in running all surveying equipment (Trimble or Topcon GPS with data collects) and Trimble Robotic total stations with data collectors.
- Occasional lifting/carrying of 25 pounds and up to 50 pounds
- With working sketch and metes and bounds description, the party chief should be able to locate sufficient property corners to set the missing corners before leaving the sit, if possible.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1972
Year Established
The company has been providing engineering and consulting services since its inception.
800+ Employees
Team Size
LJA Engineering operates with a team of over 800 skilled professionals driving innovative solutions.
- LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
- The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development.
- LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives.
- LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities.
- Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.
- Collaboration – We work together, across teams and locations, to bring out the best in each other.
- Ingenuity – We challenge ourselves to think outside the box and create solutions that drive success.
- Work‑Life Balance – We believe that caring for our people means supporting their well‑being inside and outside of work.
- Opportunities to Grow – We provide professional development, mentorship, and career advancement paths for our employee‑owners.
- “Work hard and play harder. We genuinely like our co‑workers, and this shows in everything we do.”
20% Yearly Vesting
ESOP Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan contributions vest 20% annually, with full vesting after five years.
№1 Ranked Workplace
USA Today's Top Workplace
Recognized as the #1 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today based on employee-owner feedback.
- LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
- Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.
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