Survey Party Chief

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

The O&G Party Chief supervises the activities, safety compliance, and policy compliance of the field crew personnel under his/her direction.  The responsibilities of the O&G Party Chief include performing the assigned survey tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner that results in consistently thorough and accurate survey data.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform topographic surveys, mapping surveys, boundary surveys, route surveys (including pipelines and transmission lines), construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Utilize and maintain surveying equipment, including total stations, automatic levels, Trimble RTK systems, data collectors, and other specialized tools.
• Lead and oversee survey party members, evaluate survey progress, and ensure surveys adhere to company procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining work-issued vehicles, laptops, and survey equipment.
• Maintain detailed and organized field notes, create field sketches, draw isometric drawings, and capture site photographs in accordance with our standard procedures.
• Ensure all surveying equipment is in optimal working condition, with timely calibration and adjustments as needed.
• Collect and document survey data accurately, thoroughly, and comprehensively using assigned survey equipment.
• Download data, record notes, sketches, pictures, and more at the end of each workday. Enter time, expenses, safety documents, and other administrative records as required.
• Assist with your crew member's new hire training plan, career planning, and continuous professional development at Atwell.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of survey experience as a Party Chief.
• A strong background in surveying techniques and equipment operation. This experience must include all aspects of pipeline surveying.
• Proficiency in maintaining and using various surveying tools, Trimble preferred.
• Leadership skills to guide survey party members.
• Exceptional documentation and reporting abilities.
• Diligence in equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Hold a valid Driver's License and pass drug screening.

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Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

'Atwell'ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services