Survey Party Chief
Bowman, Austin, TX, United States
Short Description
Bowman has an opportunity for a Survey Party Chief to join our team in Austin, TX.
Purpose
Perform a variety of field tasks associated with surveying & geospatial data collection.
Responsibilities
Perform work under moderate supervision. Receive direction on moderately complex assignments, tasks, and execution. Work is frequently reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.
Continuously promote the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
Provide day‑to‑day supervision of assigned survey field crew on quality and survey methodology, including training and mentoring of junior level employees.
Coordinate with contractors to provide survey services.
Identify controls for property lines and make the appropriate decisions regarding how to proceed with the survey.
Gather all necessary information needed to properly conduct the survey in the most time‑efficient manner and assign tasks to crew members.
Discuss work with clients, as necessary.
Make calculations and maintain records essential to survey.
Ensure that assigned survey truck is properly maintained.
Maintain and inventory all assigned equipment.
Communicate with management to maximize efforts and man‑hours.
Success Metrics and Competencies
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
Three or more (3+) years of experience working on a land surveying party.
Prior Party Chief experience a plus.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred.
Thorough knowledge of construction stakeout procedures and practices.
Familiar with field procedures for performing boundary and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys.
Ability to perform all aspects of data collected field run topographic surveys, road frontage cross‑section surveys and as‑built surveys.
Thorough knowledge of total station, GPS and data collection, with the ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies.
Current, valid State Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Physical Demands and Working Environment
This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
Mobility around an office environment.
Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Bowman is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Bowman has an opportunity for a Survey Party Chief to join our team in Austin, TX.
Purpose
Perform a variety of field tasks associated with surveying & geospatial data collection.
Responsibilities
Perform work under moderate supervision. Receive direction on moderately complex assignments, tasks, and execution. Work is frequently reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles. Review work produced by junior staff for quality assurance.
Continuously promote the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
Provide day‑to‑day supervision of assigned survey field crew on quality and survey methodology, including training and mentoring of junior level employees.
Coordinate with contractors to provide survey services.
Identify controls for property lines and make the appropriate decisions regarding how to proceed with the survey.
Gather all necessary information needed to properly conduct the survey in the most time‑efficient manner and assign tasks to crew members.
Discuss work with clients, as necessary.
Make calculations and maintain records essential to survey.
Ensure that assigned survey truck is properly maintained.
Maintain and inventory all assigned equipment.
Communicate with management to maximize efforts and man‑hours.
Success Metrics and Competencies
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
Three or more (3+) years of experience working on a land surveying party.
Prior Party Chief experience a plus.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred.
Thorough knowledge of construction stakeout procedures and practices.
Familiar with field procedures for performing boundary and ALTA/NSPS land title surveys.
Ability to perform all aspects of data collected field run topographic surveys, road frontage cross‑section surveys and as‑built surveys.
Thorough knowledge of total station, GPS and data collection, with the ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies.
Current, valid State Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Physical Demands and Working Environment
This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
Mobility around an office environment.
Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Bowman is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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