Survey Party Chief

Survey Party Chief

We are seeking an experienced and driven Survey Party Chief to join our collaborative team in New York City. This role is essential in leading a survey crew for topographic, boundary, utility surveys, and construction layout.

You'll be responsible for collecting and analyzing field data, preparing survey maps and CAD files, and contributing to a wide range of land development projectsfrom commercial and big box retail to residential and power centers. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a technologically advanced environment with significant room for career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a field crew of 23 members on various survey assignments.
• Collaborate with project managers to define goals and provide daily updates on project progress.
• Collect and process field data using advanced surveying equipment and software.
• Interpret engineering plans, maps, aerial photographs, and other documentation to support project execution.
• Perform construction layout, establish and recover survey control and monumentation, and gather utility and sewer invert data.
• Document project areas through photo records and detailed notes.
• Apply advanced surveying techniques and mathematics in field operations.
• Maintain and coordinate repairs for survey equipment.
• Support office tasks including CAD drafting, data downloads, deed/map research, and filing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required; coursework in Surveying or related field preferred.
• 35+ years of experience as a Survey Party Chief or Crew Chief.
• Experience with larger-scale projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and Carlson software.
• Hands-on experience using Leica surveying equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Licensed Surveyor or actively pursuing licensure is a plus.
• Willingness to travel overnight for select projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Expertise in topographic, boundary, utility surveys, construction layout, and GPS surveying.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex survey projects with precision and efficiency.

Employee Value Proposition (EVP):

• Hybrid work schedule available.
• Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Best Firms to Work For.
• Significant room for growthsurveying capabilities exceed those of a small firm.
• Strong commitment to career developmentwe support and pay for certifications and training to help you advance professionally.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65,000.00 - $115,000.00/yr.

Full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New York, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.