The Survey Party Chief is the leader of a two-man crew (field surveyor and rodman) that jointly performs field layouts and as-built surveys for construction purposes.

Principal/Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Establishes and monitors construction layout for both temporary and permanent work elements.  

· Maintains and replaces the survey control network within the accuracy as per VDOT’s survey manual.  

· Utilizes survey equipment, software, and survey systems in performing and managing project surveying for the construction of the project.  

· Responsible for keeping and maintaining the surveying equipment assigned to the crew, including regular verifications. Performs as-built surveys for the different disciplines.  

Required Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree or technical certificate in surveying or related field preferred).

· Basic understanding of surveying techniques, instruments, and terminology.

· Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain types.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation.

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A willingness to learn and develop technical skills under the guidance of senior surveyors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Ability to communicate with a vast range of support entities including Engineers, Superintendents, and Architects 

· Possess strong problem-solving abilities to address and solve survey challenges associated with construction operations. 

· Ability to learn quickly how to use and operate new survey equipment. 

· Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and translate into survey data for layout in the field. 

· Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. 

· Ability to learn how to use with Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center (demonstrable experience with the software is a plus). Ability to learn Microsoft Word and Excel.

VINCI Construction Grands Projets USA is a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets, located in Alexandria, Virginia, USA. The scope of the company is to design and build major civil engineering structures and projects, through our company’s high level of expertise, engineering skills, and expert project management abilities. We focus on projects for which we can bring clear and strong added value by providing highly skilled and competitive professional service in the construction field.