Party Chief/Project Surveyor (Field to Finish)

Party Chief/Project Surveyor (Field to Finish)CapabilitiesOffice SetupOffice/OnsiteJob ID#9865At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactAt Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovativeandlasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a rewarding career working withtheindustry’s best and most innovative professionals, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for adedicated Party Chief/ Survey Technician (Field-to-Finish) to grow with our collaborative team and work on a wide variety of infrastructure projects.Based in San Francisco, California or Nevada, working hybrid (remotely or from a Jacobs office), we will ask you work on a one or two-person field crew to perform surveys using GNSS and Robotic Total Station equipment with potential to travel to sites across the US and Globe. You will also process those surveys to create survey products such as control surveys, boundary surveys, and topographic surveys. It is expected that approximately 50% of the role will be in the field and 50% will be in the office.We’ll Also Ask you to: Perform field duties on a one or two-person crew, including:Perform control, boundary, topography, laser scanning and other tasks.Collect survey data using GNSS receivers, scanners, total stations, levels, and survey controllers.Produce clear and concise field notes and quality field municate with supervisor and office staff about important aspects of the project.Work outdoors in variable weather conditions and varied terrain.Field crew setupGeodetic control network planning and designControl survey processing and adjustmentConstruction staking preparation and quality checkingFeature processing of topographic field dataGenerating, editing and clean-up of Digital Terrain Models (DTM)Title commitment reviewPublic records researchCOGO calculations and boundary resolutionWriting property descriptionsObtaining Right of EntryEnsuring all QC plans are followedAssisting PM in estimating surveying tasksScheduling tasksCollaborate with a multi-discipline team.Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safety protocols.Participate in department and field crew training.Represent Jacobs with professionalism.This position is paid hourly. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all locations.We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.Here's what you'll needExperience working with surveying data using Civil3D, Microstation, OpenRoads, or similar CAD program.Proven ability to complete all technical aspects of a surveying task.Good social and communication skills.Reputation as a trusted and respected member of the surveying community.Valid driver’s license.Ability to travel up to 50% of the time (mostly within California, Nevada, and Arizona).Ability to pass drug screen and background checks.Ideally, you’ll also have:Experience with Trimble equipment and softwareAssociate or bachelor’s degree in applicable field3 to 5 years of experience as an Instrument Operator, Party Chief, Survey Technician, or Project SurveyorAt Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.The base salary range for this position is $62,200.00 to $126,250.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17