Party Chief I

RDA is a private Virginia-Certified Small Business (DSBSD Certification #652784), and a leading provider of professional civil engineering services to both the public and private sector. We are looking to hire a Survey Patry Chief. At RDA we pride ourselves on our strong values, our ability to build lasting relationships and our commitment to service. RDA supports employee goals and allows individuals to grow and take their career to the next level.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads survey crew performing various types of surveys for public and private clients
• Trains field staff as needed on proper equipment use and technique
• Identifies controls for property lines and make the appropriate decisions regarding how to proceed with the survey
• Gathers all necessary information needed to properly conduct survey in the most time efficient manner and assign tasks to crew members
• Makes calculations and maintains records essential to survey
• Ensures that assigned survey truck is properly maintained
• Maintains and inventories all assigned equipment
• Provides day-to-day supervision of assigned survey field crew on quality and survey methodology, including training, and mentoring of junior level employees
• Assigns tasks to and coordinates work with instrument operators, technicians, or administrative staff
• Responds appropriately to all employee performance issues of assigned survey field crew
• Responsible for daily communication with supervisor regarding clarification of any uncertainties regarding task assigned and status of assignment completion
• Assists with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings

EDUCATION/ REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent

PERFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Thorough knowledge of total station, data collection, and GPS, with the ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies
• Must be able to work outside in all seasons and under various environmental conditions
• Able to carry heavy weights such as survey equipment, concrete monuments, and iron pins
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
• Must be available for infrequent travel

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.