Party Chief/Project Surveyor (Field to Finish)

Market Transportation We are looking for a dedicated Party Chief/Survey Technician (Field-to-Finish) to grow with our collaborative team and work on a wide variety of infrastructure projects. Location Based in San Francisco, California, or Nevada, working hybrid (remotely or from a Jacobs office). The role will involve 50% fieldwork and 50% office duties. Field Duties Perform control, boundary, topography, laser scanning, and other tasks. Perform construction staking. Collect survey data using GNSS receivers, scanners, total stations, levels, and survey controllers. Produce clear and concise field notes and quality field data. Communicate with supervisor and office staff about important aspects of the project. Work outdoors in variable weather conditions and varied terrain. Office Duties Field crew setup Geodetic control network planning and design Control survey processing and adjustment Construction staking preparation and quality checking Feature processing of topographic field data Generating, editing and clean‑up of Digital Terrain Models (DTM) Title commitment review Public records research COGO calculations and boundary resolution Writing property descriptions Obtaining permits Obtaining Right of Entry Ensuring all QC plans are followed Assisting PM in estimating surveying tasks Scheduling tasks Collaborate with a multi‑discipline team. Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safety protocols. Participate in department and field crew training. Represent Jacobs with professionalism. Requirements Experience working with surveying data using Civil3D, Microstation, OpenRoads, or similar CAD program. Proven ability to complete all technical aspects of a surveying task. Good social and communication skills. Reputation as a trusted and respected member of the surveying community. Valid driver’s license. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time (mostly within California, Nevada, and Arizona). Ability to pass drug screen and background checks. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Trimble equipment and software Associate or bachelor’s degree in applicable field 3 to 5 years of experience as an Instrument Operator, Party Chief, Survey Technician, or Project Surveyor Compensation This position is paid hourly. The posted salary range is $62,200.00 – $150,000.00. Base salary range for this position is $62,200.00 to $150,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Benefits Our health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may also be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Legal 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. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Note Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role. #J-18808-Ljbffr