Position SummaryZachry Underground and Utility Services is seeking an experienced Party Chief to lead and coordinate field survey activities on a mission critical construction project. The Party Chief will be responsible for performing technically complex field surveying tasks, establishing and maintaining project control, providing accurate construction layout, and ensuring the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of field survey operations. This role will work closely with project management, engineering, and field teams to support underground utilities, site infrastructure, and other critical project components. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with construction surveying, GPS and total station equipment, and precise layout in fast-paced construction environments.
What You'll Do- Lead and coordinate field survey activities for underground utilities, site infrastructure, earthwork, foundations, structures, and other mission critical construction activities.
- Participate in pre-survey planning and coordination with project managers, engineers, superintendents, and field teams to identify project layout and control requirements.
- Establish, verify, and maintain horizontal and vertical control points, benchmarks, elevations, and project survey control throughout construction.
- Perform accurate construction staking and layout for underground utilities, duct banks, structures, foundations, excavations, grading, and other project components.
- Set up, adjust, and operate surveying instruments, including total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic systems, and data collectors.
- Collect, record, calculate, and review field data to ensure accuracy and compliance with project plans, specifications, and tolerances.
- Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, reports, and survey documentation while maintaining accurate project survey records.
- Coordinate with field crews to identify and resolve discrepancies between existing conditions, design documents, and field layout.
- Train and mentor survey crew members in field procedures, equipment operation, construction layout, and safe work practices.
- Maintain survey equipment and immediately report equipment, control, design, or field conditions that could affect the accuracy or progress of the work.
- Support as-built surveys and documentation to accurately capture completed underground utilities and other installed project components.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
What We're Looking For- Minimum of 10 years of progressive surveying experience with increasing responsibility, preferably supporting heavy civil, underground utility, site development, or mission critical construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction surveying methods, field layout, elevations, grades, control networks, and as-built documentation.
- Proficiency with survey instruments and technology, including total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic systems, and data collectors.
- Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining horizontal and vertical project control.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, coordinates, elevations, and survey data.
- Experience performing layout for underground utilities, duct banks, earthwork, foundations, structures, and related site infrastructure preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction tolerances and the level of accuracy required on complex, fast-paced projects.
- Strong commitment to safety and working knowledge of OSHA requirements and safe surveying practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Dependable, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to effectively coordinate with multiple project teams and disciplines.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain and adapt to changing project schedules and priorities.
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and extended hours as required by project needs.
Why You'll Love Working with UsAt Zachry, we invest in our people because they're the foundation of our success. We're proud to offer career growth opportunities, long-term stability, and a culture built on trust and respect.
Our Industry-Leading Benefits Include:- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with 6% dollar-for-dollar company match, Paid Time Off, and an annual Performance Bonus Program
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Opportunities for training, professional development, and advancement
Zachry Underground and Utility Services performs underground utility, pipeline, and infrastructure construction projects throughout the United States. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.
To learn more about our company and capabilities, visit
www.zachrycorp.com.
