Job Description

Summary/Objective

The Survey Party Chief is responsible for the construction layout for roadway, structures (bridges, wall, culverts, etc.), utilities, and any other related layout for the project.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Determine methods and procedures for recovery of existing survey control and establishing secondary survey control as needed.
• Operate and maintain all survey equipment including manual and robotic total stations, levels, GPS, and any other survey equipment.
• Perform layout work competently and accurately as specified.
• Familiar with Topcon/Leica/Trimble hardware and software or willingness to learn.

• Mathematical skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Possess an understanding of algebra and geometry.

Other

• Understand and comply with all Company Safety policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.

Competencies                                                                                                                  

• Excellent attention to details.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Lead with integrity while producing high quality work.
• Dedicated hard worker with strong work ethics.
• Team leader
• Team player
• Stress Management / Composure

Supervisory Requirements

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment                                                                                                          

This is field based role. Employee will be working on heavy civil and highway construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Physical Demands                                                                                                                     

The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pull’s or carries objects and uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. This position will occasionally require long hours and weekend work. 

Travel                                                                                                                      

The role requires some travel.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma.
• 2-4 years’ experience in the surveying industry.
• Field based project execution experience.
• 1 year minimum of construction layout.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Takes full ownership of assigned projects and can work independently.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment.

OUR MISSION AND VISION

We are an American family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor dedicated to providing innovative solutions to help meet the nation’s growing infrastructure needs.

To be America’s preferred heavy civil contractor, expanding our markets and services while staying true to our family-oriented culture and fostering an environment where our employees can prosper.

Our Core Values:

• Family
• Safety
• Integrity
• Innovation
• Commitment
• Empowerment

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.”  QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WHO, BECAUSE OF A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENT THAT SIGNIFICANTLY LIMITS A MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITY, REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SHOULD NOTIFY THEIR MANAGER OR HUMAN RESOURCES.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Upon hire, you will be provided with a copy of your specific job description. Please note job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.”  QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WHO, BECAUSE OF A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENT THAT SIGNIFICANTLY LIMITS A MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITY, REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SHOULD NOTIFY THEIR MANAGER OR HUMAN RESOURCES.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources.

Superior Construction provides equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.