Survey Party Chief

Kimley-Horn•Orange, CA

4d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join the Orange office! This is not a remote position. At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in a survey party chief role, with a focus on transportation-related projects.
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors from an ABET accredited university in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or a related field preferred.
Proven experience in managing projects and tasks, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to engage and interact with the public during project outreach activities.
Ability to balance priorities among multiple projects, maintaining a high level of efficiency and productivity.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other industry-standard surveying software.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal survey and land use regulations and requirements.
CA Professional Land Surveyor License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 12 months).

Responsibilities

Lead and manage field survey teams for various projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data collection.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to plan and execute survey projects.
Conduct field surveys including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, construction staking, and control surveys.
Communicate regularly with clients to provide project updates and address any concerns or inquiries.
Ensure all survey activities comply with company standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
Mentor and train junior survey staff, fostering a collaborative and professional team environment.
Maintain detailed and organized project records, including field notes, reports, and data files.
Utilize surveying equipment and software, ensuring all tools are properly maintained and calibrated.

Benefits

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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