Land Survey Party Chief (Leica Equipment | Construction Layout)

About the job Land Survey Party Chief (Leica Equipment | Construction Layout)
Our client is seeking an experienced Land Survey Party Chief to lead field survey operations and supports office production for a variety of land development and construction projects. This role requires strong technical proficiency with Leica robotic total stations, Leica GPS equipment, and Leica data-collection software, along with the ability to produce accurate field-to-finish deliverables. Work includes both independent field assignments and collaboration with a small survey crew.
This is a year-round, outdoor position requiring physical capability, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record.
Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance
Responsibilities:

• Conduct deed research and prepare deed plots.
• Lead and supervise a one- or two-person field survey crew.
• Operate Leica robotic total stations, GPS units, and digital/optical levels.
• Prepare accurate field notes, sketches, photos, and daily data downloads.
• Follow established field-to-finish workflows for data collection and file management.
• Support office tasks including CAD mapping using MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Maintain survey equipment and vehicles in accordance with company standards.
• Communicate with clients and project managers regarding field progress and site conditions.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions; occasional nights or weekends may be required.
• Perform boundary, property line, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, utility, wetlands, and construction layout surveys.

• Willingness to travel within New York State.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Survey Party Chief running field crews.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and AutoCAD for survey mapping and deed plots.
• Associate degree preferred; equivalent hands-on surveying experience is fully acceptable.
• Ability to work independently, follow established procedures, and manage daily field operations.
• Hands-on experience with Leica robotic total stations, Leica GPS, and Leica data-collector software.
• Strong understanding of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction layout survey methods.

• Familiarity with New York land records and deed research.
• Experience with utility, wetlands, or site development surveys.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with clients in the field.

• Per diem for overnight travel
• Apparel and boot allowances
• Company-reimbursed cell phone
• Company-provided truck for field use
• Annual performance-based bonus potential
• Employer-paid life insurance with optional buy-ups
• Holiday, sick, and accrued personal/vacation time