Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
**Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?**
**Survey Party Chief**
Full-time non-exempt Professional
Lake Oswego, OR. US
**PACE Engineers, A Verdantas Company** , is a Pacific Northwest engineering firm providing civil and structural engineering, planning, surveying, and construction management services from offices in Washington and Oregon. We are recognized for our expertise, passion, and commitment to clients and communities.
As a **Verdantas Company** , we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through cutting-edge technology and a genuine commitment to people. With over 2,000 experts across 90+ offices, we deliver smart, data-driven solutions that help shape a more sustainable future.
The **Survey Party Chief** is responsible for leading field survey crews in the execution of boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA, and control surveys throughout Oregon State. This role oversees daily field operations, ensures data accuracy and completeness, maintains equipment, and serves as the primary field liaison between the survey team, project managers, contractors, and clients. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and experienced in coordinating survey activities in compliance with Oregon State standards and regulations.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ 8+ years of progressive survey field experience, including experience as a Crew Chief or Party Chief.
+ Strong working knowledge of Oregon State surveying practices, standards, and regulations.
+ Proficiency with modern survey equipment (Trimble, Leica, or Topcon preferred).
+ Experience with data collection software and familiarity with CAD platforms (e.g., Civil 3D).
+ Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
+ Valid Oregon State driver's license with clean driving record.
+ Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and terrain.
+ Strong communication and leadership skills.
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Bachelor's or Associate Degree preferred
+ Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification highly desired
+ PLSO Certified Survey Technician
+ Drafting experience in AutoCAD/Civil3D
+ Static scanning experience
+ FAA Part 107 Drone License
+ First Aid/CPR certification
**BENEFITS SNAPSHOT:**
+ Hybrid work model & flexible scheduling
+ 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match
+ Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA
+ Paid time off, holidays, and wellness programs
+ Short & long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
+ Culture that supports belonging, equity, and inclusion
**PACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.**
**Salary Range:**
**$43 - $58/hr**
**Benefits:**
+ Flexible Work Environment
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Medical
+ Dental
+ Vision
+ Life and AD&D Insurance
+ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
+ 401(k) with Company Match
+ Paid Time Off + Holidays
_Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce._
**Verdantas is an EOE** **race/color/religion/sex/sexual** **orientation/gender identity/national** **origin/disability/vet**
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