Survey Party Chief
As a Survey Party Chief, you will ensure accuracy and precision in surveying tasks, guiding project management and work crews. You will provide control lines, elevations, and conduct topographic and cross-section surveys as required.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Jul 16, 2026
- Apply by Aug 15, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Are you a detail-oriented surveyor with knowledge of topographic and cross-section surveys? As a Survey Party Chief, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accuracy and precision in every aspect of our work. Your expertise in control lines, elevations, contours, and land features will guide project management and work crews, enabling them to execute their tasks with confidence. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to deliver technical insights that directly impact project success. Apply now and transform your career with us. What You Will Be Doing Provide work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials by field staff. Assist in the evaluation of potential dimensions and other field problems. Perform layout work competently and accurately as specified by survey manager. Provide checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques. Provide topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities. Assist with conducting quantity calculations as required . What We Are Looking For High School Diploma / GED required. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related preferred. 3+ years’ experience in survey and land mapping required. License Surveyor In Training (LSIT) Certification Valid Driver’s License Proven leadership skills. Ability to train and direct staff on a project site. Developing knowledge of topographic and cross-section surveys to support planning, design, materials and cost projections for the project site. Strong communication skills, proven with engineering teams and management on project sites. Technical skill with survey instruments Why work for us Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are: Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
What you’ll do
As a Survey Party Chief, you will ensure accuracy and precision in surveying tasks, guiding project management and work crews. You will provide control lines, elevations, and conduct topographic and cross-section surveys as required.
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in surveying and land mapping, along with a License Surveyor In Training (LSIT) Certification.
Benefits
• Comprehensive Compensation Package • Paid Time Off Program • Industry Leading 401(k)/RRSP • Medical/Extended Health Care • Dental • Vision • Wellness Benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement Program
Listed skills
- Project managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Surveying
- Topographic Surveys
- Cross-Section Surveys
- Control Lines
- Elevations
- Contours
- Land Features
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Communication
- Survey Instruments
- Field Staff Training
- Quantity Calculations
- Layout Work
- As-Built Conditions Checking
- Technical Insights
Job areas
- Engineering
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 3+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 15, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
