Survey Party Chief

Survey Party Chief

Michael Baker is seeking a skilled and experienced Survey Party Chief to lead field survey operations in support of civil engineering, construction, and land development projects in the South Carolina area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a survey crew, ensuring accurate data collection, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating with project stakeholders.

Lead and supervise a field survey crew conducting boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.

Operate and maintain survey instruments including GPS receivers, robotic total stations, and data collectors.

Interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions, and survey plats.

Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies.

Perform calculations and traverse closures; prepare field notes and sketches.

Communicate with clients, contractors, inspectors, and property owners.

Train and mentor crew members; evaluate performance and provide feedback.

Coordinate daily tasks, equipment needs, and project logistics with the Project Manager.

Document survey activities and prepare reports as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in surveying or related field preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

Proficiency in Trimble or similar survey equipment and software.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Ability to travel or work local weekly.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

The approximate compensation range for this position is $28/hr - $40/hr. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.