Party Chief - UMIAQ Design

Overview

UMIAQ Design is seeking a survey Party Chief to support the survey projects at Alpine on the North-Slope of Alaska. The UMIAQ Design survey team is actively working on many exciting long term design projects. The survey Party Chief will work on a rotation 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation with a small team of professionals in a collaborative field setting located in Alpine, Alaska.

A Party Chief works on a two to three-person team to assist collecting field data used for creating maps, plans, and construction documents. The position will work year-round in the field often using GPS, traditional, and level survey equipment.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

- Field Surveying:

Conduct field surveys and gather data for the preparation of site plans, maps, and other documents.

- Determine the precise location of property boundaries, land features, and elevations.

- Measure distances, angles, and elevations using specialized equipment such as GPS, theodolites, and total stations.

- Record survey results accurately, including physical characteristics of the land, property lines, and topographical data.

- Analyze survey data and prepare detailed reports and drawings to support engineering, construction, or land development projects.

- Field Equipment Operation:

Set up, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment in the field.

- Ensure all instruments are functioning properly and adjust as needed for accurate readings.

- Use GPS systems to position survey markers and benchmarks at designated locations.

- Communication and Coordination:

Liaise with office team and managers regarding survey findings and project requirements.

- Collaborate with survey technicians and assistants in the field to complete surveys efficiently.

- Read and interpret maps, construction plans and documents.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment

- Attention to Detail: Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.

- Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.

- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.

- Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with the survey team and report findings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

- Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field; or three years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Physical and Mental Demands:

- Must be able to travel to remote project locations using various modes of transportation, including aircraft, boats, snow machines, four-wheelers, and other off-road vehicles.

- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

- Must be able to walk and work on unimproved terrain and active construction sites, often in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

- May require travel to remote areas of Alaska throughout the year.

- Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures as low as -50°F.

- Field assignments may involve exposure to harsh weather, rugged terrain, and limited access to amenities.

- Work may be conducted in both indoor office settings and outdoor field environments, including active construction sites.