Survey Party Chief

Position: Survey Party Chief 
Location: Corona, CA
Years of Experience: 3-5 Years

About RTM:

RTM Engineering Consultants is an MEP, Civil and Structural engineering firm that goes beyond the conventional consulting role. We forge deep partnerships with our clients by aligning with the goals, processes and people at each organization. By integrating our expertise, we offer a comprehensive suite of national resources combined with localized relationships, delivering exceptional value to our clients.

At RTM Engineering Consultants, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members. Our commitment to professional development is evident through hands-on mentoring, opportunities for advancement, and access to RTM University. With integrated multi-disciplinary studios, you'll collaborate with experts of all levels and various disciplines. We continuously foster a positive team culture through outings that strengthen the bonds of our teams and at RTM, giving and taking are fundamental values. We believe in giving our best, contributing to others, and embracing diversity and equality for progress. Join our dynamic and inclusive team where your well-being, growth, and contributions are valued.

Our Team:

At RTM, we hold a profound appreciation for our workforce. We firmly believe that YOU, our team members, are our most valuable asset and are instrumental in defining our organization. Our dedication lies in delivering experiences that foster your growth and success, whether you are just embarking on our career path or have attained seasoned expertise. Guided by our CORE values of Collaborative Communication, Overall Unity, Respect and Trust, and Excellence in Engineering, we forge a unified team that consistently pursues professional achievement in all endeavors we undertake.

RTM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision plans, employee assistance program, disability coverage, life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, flexible work schedule, paid time off and training and development courses.

Benefits of Joining RTM:

• Vacation/Sick Time & Paid Holidays
• Flexible Scheduling
• 401K with Matching
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Hands-on Mentoring & Learning
• Professional Advancement Opportunities
• Integrated Multi-disciplinary Studios.

Role Overview:

Under the general supervision of the Survey Project Manager, the Survey Party Chief performs field surveying tasks, supervises junior survey field crew members and performs QA/QC reviews of survey data.

The Survey Technician will serve as a Survey Party Chief, supervising field crew operations and will perform related field surveys for boundary surveying, ALTA surveys and construction staking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads, directs, and performs the work of field survey crew in the performance of boundary, topographic and construction surveying. Performs related research, plan reviews, and calculations.
• Mentors and trains less experienced Survey Technicians.
• Analyzes conflicts in construction drawings and design plans.
• Prepares cut sheets and sketches for field surveys.
• Performs calculations to determine grades and locations of improvements on construction plans.
• Reads and interprets field survey notes, legal descriptions, parcel and tract maps, records of survey, and construction plans.
• Proficient in the operation and maintenance of robotic and GPS survey equipment.
• Familiar with surveying principles and theory, field methods, concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional and courteous manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of general field surveying experience that includes 1-2 years serving as survey party chief for performing boundary, topographic and construction surveys.
• Competent in surveying principles and theory, field surveying methods and procedures, and error checking.
• Familiarity with geometric and trigonometry principles.
• Strong working knowledge and experience setting up, operating and maintaining robotic total stations, data collectors, and GPS equipment.
• California Driver’s license, proof of valid auto insurance and a clean driving record. Note: This will be verified.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or Land Surveyor in Training Certificate (LSIT).
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or related field.
• Completed courses in geometry and trigonometry.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is anticipated between 0-10%

Estimated Starting Hourly Rate: $38-$45/hour

Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is the policy of RTM Engineering Consultants to practice a program of equal employment opportunity, and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees on the basis of individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, disability, age or gender.

RTM does not currently accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or recruiters