Party Chief - Surveying

This Opportunity

WSP is currently searching for an experienced Party Chief - Surveying to join our Land Surveying and Geospatial Team. This role will sit in our Lawrenceville, NJ office,supporting various Northeast surveying and geomatic projects. Be a part of a growing group of survey professionals working on a wide variety of internal and external projects and help our clients meet their objectives and solve their challenges.

• This is a full-time position performing survey field work in an experienced leading role either working independently or working with and mentoring Jr Party Chiefs and Instrument Operators.
• Candidates will also interact with office staff and the management team on a daily basis.
• Candidates can expect to work on a wide variety of survey projects in different sectors such as commercial, transportation, environmental, industrial, institutional, and energy projects.
• Candidates can expect to work on project sites within the Northeast region, but there may be occasions where project sites are located outside of this area and travel may be a possibility. Project sites may be located in rural areas, urban environments, and everything in between with the majority of the work being outdoors.
• Candidates will utilize a variety of survey instruments and other equipment to obtain measurements and perform field surveys. Candidates will also prepare notes and sketches in a clear and legible manner
• Candidates will ensure survey field data from each day is downloaded and provide reports and summaries for field work when needed
• Candidates may interact with clients and the public while in the field often acting as the main point of contact in the field and need to represent WSP in a positive and professional manner.
• Candidates may be asked to perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• High School diploma or GED required but ideal candidates will have obtained higher education in the field of land surveying or an associated field.
• 5+ years of experience in the field of land surveying and geospatial services or an associated field.
• Possess advanced knowledge of most survey equipment, practices, and procedures.
• Possess a willingness to mentor and teach Jr Party Chiefs and Instrument Operators while being willing to continue learning themselves.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license and must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle and Background screening.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and should be detail oriented and organized
• Ability to work independently with supervision or as part of a team to complete field tasks related to land surveying.
• Ability to work flexible schedules conducive to project-specific needs that may extend beyond the typical work hours or work weeks.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of this position may include walking long distances and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and be willing to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Associate or Equivalent experience in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Possess OSHA 10, or other types of safety training certifications
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Leica Infinity or other drafting / data processing programs a plus.
• Knowledge of Leica survey equipment.
• Possess FAA part 107 remote pilot certificate.
• Experience with NJDOT Projects.
• Experience in most types of survey work including but not…