Survey Party Chief

At MacKay Sposito we believe great people build great communities—and that starts with hiring the right talent. We are  looking for a dedicated and relationship-driven Survey Party Chief to join our team in Vancouver, WA.

In this role, you'll take the lead on field survey operations and be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of a wide variety of land surveying projects. We’re looking for someone with strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for helping shape the communities we serve.

Ready to make an impact? Let’s talk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead field crews in performing boundary, topographic, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction staking surveys.
• Interpret project plans and legal descriptions to accurately collect and lay out field data.
• Operate survey instruments, including robotic total stations, data collectors, and GPS equipment, with precision and care.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of field data for seamless handoff to office staff.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field-related challenges, adapting to site conditions and client needs.
• Maintain clear communication with project managers, engineers, and clients to keep projects on track.
• Champion safety protocols and promote a culture of professionalism and accountability in the field 

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED.
• 5+ years of survey experience required, including 2+ years as a Survey Party Chief. 
• Experience working as both a one-person and two-person crew is preferred.
• Proficiency in operating total stations, GPS Receivers and data collectors (Trimble preferred).
• Ability to read, interpret, and layout from complex design, construction and/or architectural plans
• Ability to create new or incorporate existing Quality Control procedures for field work to ensure work is done correctly and under identified parameters prior to demobilization from the site
• Demonstrated knowledge of monumentation, construction stakin,g and field markings; must have comprehensive knowledge of boundary evidence search for GLO corners and accessories, property corners and other lines of public private ownership.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail
• AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience desired, but not required
• Current valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured to drive company vehicles is required
• Willingness to travel to project locations

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture- We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.   
• An excellent reputation- Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• A focus on community- MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth. Our team members volunteer as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and a host of other volunteer positions and initiatives.

Our Values:At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest and dedicated to their work. We know work isn't only about who you work for, it is also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible. 

Who We Are:With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services.

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations. The wage range for this position is $34.00-$59.00 per hour, depending on experience.Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefits package, including access to our company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401 (k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit-sharing bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. We participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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