Party Chief | Land Surveyor

QUES is composed of some of the most highly qualified professionals experienced in all aspects of engineering, designing, asset management, and construction management for the electric utility industry. We are a highly mobile and flexible team with the ability to service every area and region within our customers’ area of operation. With over 700 employees and growing, we have thousands of years of combined electrical utility experience to draw from when making a commitment to provide our clients with a wide range of electrical utility services.

The Party Chief coordinates with the Survey Chief of Parties to make certain the scope of the job is fully comprehended, and that all aspects of day-to-day operations are understood by the survey crew.

• Ensures that all aspects of day-to-day operations are understood by the survey crew (Chainmen)
• Establishes a work plan to finish each task in a timely manner
• Reviews all maps pertaining to each job
• Sets up each job, utilizing the appropriate survey equipment
• Locates and establishes site control, using accepted survey mapping practices
• Takes detailed notes and sketches of level runs, areas, and boundaries
• Downloads and organizes all field data daily to Share file
• Work a 4-10 schedule, Monday-Thursday, OT when needed

• Must have a have a complete understanding of the principles of Surveying
• Ability to read and understand plans, Assessor maps, Tract maps, Parcel maps, Record of Survey and field inventory maps is a must
• Must be proficient with the equipment provided by the company
• Must be able to communicate well with the public, and clearly explain the scope of your project
• Must be able to motivate, manage and further the knowledge and skills of your Chainmen
• Must possess basic algebra and trigonometry training required for field calculations
• Must possess good organizational, planning and communications skills

Required Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 2 Years of Field Experience OR
• 4 Years Education in Land Surveying OR
• A combination of the Field Experience and Land Surveying Education

Preferred Education and Experience:
• 2-4 Years Secondary Education, with emphasis in Land Surveying from an accredited program
• 2 Years Field Experience

Required Licenses/Certifications:
• None

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:
• Land Surveyor in Training or Licensed Surveyor

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• 1-2 Employees

Travel Requirements:
Percent of time: 10-20%
Overnight required: Yes

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike)
• Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance)
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.