Party Chief

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Party Chief to lead land surveying field crews on a variety of site development, commercial, residential, transportation, and infrastructure projects. The Party Chief will be responsible for managing daily field operations, collecting accurate survey data, operating advanced survey equipment, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.

This role requires strong leadership, technical surveying expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, contractors, and office staff.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise survey field crews on boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction layout, utility, and as-built surveys.
Operate and maintain GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, digital levels, and other surveying equipment.
Interpret construction plans, plats, deeds, easements, and survey documents.
Perform construction staking and layout for site development, roadways, utilities, and infrastructure projects.
Ensure field data is accurate, complete, and properly documented for office processing.
Maintain daily field notes, survey reports, and project documentation.
Coordinate with project managers and clients regarding project schedules, site conditions, and deliverables.
Enforce company safety standards and OSHA compliance on all job sites.
Train and mentor field personnel to maintain high standards of quality and productivity.
Troubleshoot field issues and make sound decisions to keep projects moving efficiently.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and survey instruments in good working condition.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience as a Party Chief, Survey Crew Chief, or related surveying leadership role.
Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, procedures, and industry standards.
Experience with construction staking, topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and site development projects.
Proficiency with GPS and robotic total station equipment.
Experience with Trimble, Leica, Carlson, or similar surveying technology preferred.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, construction drawings, and legal descriptions.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting civil/site development projects.
FDOT project experience.
SIT certification or progression toward professional licensure.
UAV/Drone surveying experience.
Experience working on large-scale commercial, utility, or infrastructure projects.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to walk long distances on uneven terrain and active construction sites.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform fieldwork for extended periods.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of surveying and civil projects
Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Access to modern surveying technology and equipment

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Self-motivated leader with a strong work ethic.
Takes ownership of projects and crew performance.
Safety-focused and quality-driven.
Dependable, professional, and customer-oriented.
Team player with the ability to lead by example and develop less experienced crew members.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ocoee, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $39.00/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 position based out of Ocoee, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ocoee,FL. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
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