Job DetailsJob Location: South Hackensack, NJ 07606Salary Range: $38.00 - $52.00 HourlyJob Category: EngineeringLocation: South Hackensack
Department: Survey
About Boswell
Since our founding in 1924, Boswell has evolved into a fully integrated, multi-disciplinary, nationally awarded engineering firm offering professional consulting services to public and private sector clients. For over a century, we have established ourselves as a premier provider of comprehensive engineering solutions, building a reputation for excellence, integrity, and innovation.
At Boswell, we recognize that the individuals who work here will always be our greatest asset. We take pride in fostering a positive internal culture and an environment that promotes employee satisfaction and professional growth.
Role Summary
The Survey Party Chief is a senior-level field leadership position responsible for the successful execution of field surveying projects. In this role, you transition from technical operation to operational command, overseeing a survey crew to ensure the high-precision collection of spatial data. You are the primary point of contact in the field, responsible for translating complex engineering plans into physical reality. The Party Chief ensures that all boundary, topographic, and construction staking projects are completed with absolute mathematical accuracy, on schedule, and in full compliance with safety protocols
Key Responsibilities
Field Leadership & Supervision: Lead and mentor a field crew, delegating tasks to Instrument Persons and, if necessary, Technicians while ensuring peak operational performance and site safety.
Advanced Data Management: Execute complex survey computations in the field. Oversight of the collection and downloading of data from Total Stations, Robotic instruments, and GPS/GNSS receivers.
Project Execution: Interpret complex construction plans, and maps for boundary determination and construction staking (curb, utility, and structural).
Quality Assurance: Direct the preparation of meticulous field notes, sketches, and digital data files. You are responsible for the final accuracy of all field-generated deliverables before they reach the office.
Equipment Stewardship: Oversee the calibration and preventative maintenance of high-value instrumentation and ensure the crew vehicle is fully stocked and operational.
Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the on-site representative for Boswell, coordinating directly with project managers, contractors, and property owners to resolve field discrepancies in real-time.
Qualifications & Skills
Technical Mastery: Expert proficiency in Leica, Trimble, or Topcon instrumentation and data collection software.
Mathematical Precision: Strong command of coordinate geometry (COGO), trigonometry, and survey calculations.
Plan Interpretation: Exceptional ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, site plans, surveys and tax maps.
Leadership Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in land surveying, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or "Lead" capacity.
Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of New Jersey state laws regarding boundary surveys and professional standards of practice.
Software Integration (Preferred): Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar platforms to review digital design files.
Licensing (Preferred): Possession of an LSIT (Land Surveyor in Training) or aspirations toward a PLS (Professional Land Surveyor) license is highly regarded.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
Regularly required to walk, stand, and navigate challenging, unrefined terrain for extended shifts.
Frequent lifting and maneuvering of equipment and materials weighing 60 pounds or more.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and precipitation, within urban and remote environments.
Compensation, Benefits & Growth
We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees.
Total Rewards:
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD).
Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays; Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave.
Professional Development: Expert training and mentoring through our all-new Boswell Academy and tuition assistance.
Incentives: Employee referral bonuses and growth opportunities.
Pay Transparency: In accordance with local law, the range below is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Actual compensation will vary based on specific relevant experience, education, certifications, and other compensable factors.
Hourly Non-Exempt Range: $38.00 – $52.00 / hour
Application Status: Boswell accepts applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
AAP / EEO / M / F / D / V Statement
Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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