Survey Crew Chief

Survey Party Chief Location: Albuquerque, NM. WSP is searching for a Survey Party Chief to join our Albuquerque location. The role involves supervising a survey crew, maintaining state‑of‑the‑art surveying equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and surveying standards. Responsibilities Supervise a crew of 1–2 survey teams Maintain accurate, organized field notes Communicate daily with office staff Operate and maintain robotic instruments, total stations, SDATA collector, GPS (fast static, RTK, VRS), and digital levels Obtain historical data from property/utility records, deeds, titles, structural plans, and other sources for surveying activities Follow state standards of practice to provide accurate survey data and verify conformance with applicable rules, codes, boundaries, and construction specifications Write surveying reports summarizing site inspections and findings, incorporating photographs, sketches, calculations, software outputs, spreadsheets, technical drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and reports Collaborate with engineers, scientists, project control, and technicians on assigned survey tasks Perform weekly instrument calibrations to maintain accuracy Ensure daily compliance with WSP and client safety guidelines and submit required safety documentation Interact with client personnel as needed to schedule and coordinate survey activities Stay current on latest survey knowledge, techniques, and practices Exercise responsible, ethical decision‑making regarding funds, resources, and conduct in line with WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent At least 5 years of post‑education experience in surveying, including easements, rights‑of‑way, plats, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and GPS surveys Excellent communication and field‑note taking skills Strong math skills and ability to work independently as a one‑person crew when necessary Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate in construction and field environments Experience with public and private sector work (state, city, county, utility districts, private development) Availability to travel as projects dictate Self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritizing responsibilities in a dynamic environment Successful completion of WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening and possession of a valid driver’s license Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, and anti‑discrimination policies Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Leica‑based survey equipment (preferred, but not required) Experience with DOT survey and SUE Transmission and distribution line survey experience Knowledge of FAA sUAS Part 107 requirements and sUAS pilot licensure with relevant flight experience An associate’s degree in surveying, engineering technology, or related field Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Equal Opportunity Employment WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. Work Authorization The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr