Subsurface Utility Engineering Party Chief

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.Position Summary: JMT is currently looking for an experienced SUE Party Chief to join the Underground Utilities, Land Surveying, and Mapping team in Lexington, KentuckyImmigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.BenefitsJMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Caregiver Leave Program401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Career Development ProgramsAnd more...Benefits | JMTEssential Functions and ResponsibilitiesParticipates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, engineers, and contractor representativesAssigns and monitors work, and provides input for evaluation of members of field survey crewInstructs and trains survey crew in survey and mapping methods, use of equipment, and field safety proceduresCompletes daily report cards and field note sketchesProvides time estimates for specific tasksPerforms complex surveying calculations using calculator, computer, and coordinate geometry software such as AutoCADNonessential Functions and Responsibilities* Perform other related duties as assignedRequired SkillsMust successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screeningAble to pass Security Background CheckAbility to lead project assignmentsTeam Attitude / MindsetMust be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawingsUse of multiple types of utility designating equipmentGood organizational, written, and verbal communications skills.Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar equipment/proceduresAble to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAble to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 50lbs as neededAble to work 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday (Minimum)Ability to travel requiredRequired ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentMinimum of five (5) years of experience in the successful application of multiple types of utility designating and locating equipment, with demonstrated ability to lead project assignments and supervise multiple crewsLand Surveying experience a plusWorking ConditionsWork is performed in the field 90% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.Work is performed within a general office environment 10% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.