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Survey Party Chief

Michael Baker International

The Role

Overview

Lead field survey crew, manage data collection, ensure safety, coordinate projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • instrument operation
  • survey supervision
  • field calculations
  • report preparation
  • safety compliance
  • client communication

Tasks

-Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies. -Communicate with clients, contractors, inspectors, and property owners. -Train and mentor crew members; evaluate performance and provide feedback. -Lead and supervise a field survey crew conducting boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys. -Perform calculations and traverse closures; prepare field notes and sketches. -Document survey activities and prepare reports as needed. -Coordinate daily tasks, equipment needs, and project logistics with the Project Manager. -Interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions, and survey plats. -Operate and maintain survey instruments including GPS receivers, robotic total stations, and data collectors.

Requirements

  • trimble
  • driver license
  • surveying degree
  • communication
  • survey experience
  • supervisory

What You Bring

-Proficiency in Trimble or similar survey equipment and software. -Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. -High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field preferred. -Strong organizational and communication skills. -It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. -Minimum of 3 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

The Company

About Michael Baker International

-Specializes in transportation, water resources, energy, and government-related projects, delivering high-quality solutions. -Known for its expertise in complex, multi-disciplinary projects that shape cities, regions, and transportation networks. -Works on a diverse range of projects including roadways, bridges, airports, water systems, and energy infrastructure. -Regularly supports local, state, and federal government agencies with crucial public infrastructure projects. -The firm’s legacy is built on delivering practical, sustainable, and forward-thinking solutions to challenging engineering problems. -Notable projects include major transportation systems, environmental remediation, and disaster recovery operations. -Employs cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to solve the most pressing engineering challenges of today.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Defense Contractors

Data Centers

Aerospace

Life Sciences

Healthcare

Higher Education

Aviation

Rail and Transit

Federal Government

Security Clearance

-drug‑free workplace; pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks.