Industrial Surveyor Party Chief

Job Title: Industrial Surveyor Party Chief Job Description
The Industrial Surveyor Party Chief leads high-precision measurement and alignment projects for semiconductor, manufacturing, and advanced industrial facilities. This leadership-track role manages field crews, oversees quality assurance and quality control, and works directly with advanced metrology and alignment technologies. The position offers a significant opportunity to influence the growth, culture, and technical excellence of a new division in Arizona.
Responsibilities
- Lead field crews on industrial measurement and precision alignment projects across semiconductor, manufacturing, and advanced industrial sites.
- Plan daily workflow for survey teams, including task sequencing, resource allocation, and coordination with site stakeholders.
- Manage site logistics to ensure efficient, safe, and timely completion of survey and alignment activities.
- Ensure strict QA/QC compliance on all survey deliverables, measurements, and documentation.
- Operate and integrate advanced metrology tools, laser scanning equipment, GPS systems, total stations, and precision alignment systems.
- Perform and oversee topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and traditional land survey tasks as needed.
- Collaborate with senior survey leadership to establish and refine technical standards, procedures, and best practices for the division.
- Mentor junior staff in field techniques, safety practices, and professional standards to support long-term team development.
- Contribute to building and shaping a new division, including supporting process improvements and fostering a strong team culture.
- Maintain a strong commitment to accuracy, safety, and professional excellence in all aspects of field and office work.
Essential Skills
- 510 years of experience as a Party Chief leading survey field crews.
- Strong background in industrial, construction, or high-precision surveying.
- Hands-on experience with GPS equipment, total stations, and traditional land surveying methods.
- Proficiency in conducting topographic surveys and ALTA surveys.
- Demonstrated ability to operate advanced metrology tools, laser scanning equipment, and precision alignment systems.
- Proven leadership mindset with the ability to mentor, train, and develop survey staff.
- Track record of managing QA/QC processes to ensure high-quality survey data and deliverables.
- Strong commitment to accuracy, safety, and professional excellence in demanding industrial environments.
- Traditional Southwest survey experience, with familiarity in Arizona or broader Southwest regional conditions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working on high-precision measurement projects for semiconductor, manufacturing, or advanced industrial clients.
- Desire to help build and grow a new division with significant long-term career growth potential.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with senior survey leadership to shape standards and best practices.
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with field crews and project stakeholders.
- Comfort working with cutting-edge metrology and alignment technologies in complex industrial settings.
Work Environment
This role is based in Arizona and is well suited to professionals with Arizona or broader Southwest experience. You will work primarily in industrial, construction, and advanced manufacturing environments, including semiconductor and high-tech facilities that require strict adherence to safety and precision standards. The position involves field-based work with regular use of GPS systems, total stations, laser scanning equipment, and advanced metrology and alignment technologies. Work hours may vary based on project schedules and site access requirements, and you will collaborate closely with a growing team in a division focused on technical excellence and long-term development. The environment emphasizes safety, accuracy, and professionalism, with a culture that values mentorship, collaboration, and the opportunity to help grow a new office.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chandler,AZ. About Actalent

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