Survey Party Chief

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ABOUT SURVEYORS ON SITE INC.

At Surveyors On Site Inc., we provide high-quality land surveying services with precision, integrity, and local expertise. With several locations in Ontario, we’ve earned a strong reputation for delivering accurate and timely results to municipalities, contractors, developers, and private clients. Our work supports construction, legal boundaries, and infrastructure development across the region. As a close-knit, professional team, we value trust, communication, and operational excellence in every project we take on.

THE ROLE

As a Party Chief, you will be responsible for overseeing survey projects. Your role will involve, conducting legal surveys to establish the location of real property boundaries, contours and other features as well as managing data collection to ensure accurate and precise measurements. You will also be required to prepare and maintain drawings, official plans, records and documents pertaining to these surveys. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' applicable experience, strong background in data management and be proficient in various surveying technologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, direct and supervise or conduct surveys to establish and mark legal boundaries of properties, parcels of lands, and other various sites
• Survey and lay out areas for rural and urban development
• Determine precise locations using electronic distance measuring equipment, global positioning systems (GPS)
• Review and verify field data for accuracy and completeness before submitting reports
• Analyze, manage and display data using geographic information systems (GIS) and computer-aided design and drafting (CAD)
• Record all measurements and other information obtained during survey activities
• Prepare or supervise the preparation and compilation of all data, plans, charts, records and documents related to surveys of real property boundaries
• Communicate effectively with project managers, draftspersons, and clients to provide updates and address any issues
• May supervise other surveyors, and field assistants
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and protocols during field operations
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to surveying equipment and software
• Train and mentor junior surveyors and field staff
• Other tasks as identified

WHAT YOU BRING

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a relevant post-secondary program an asset
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment and software, including GPS, total stations, and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of the Surveyors Act, survey principles, methods, and legal requirements
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and accuracy in survey work
• Able to work independently or as a team
• Valid G-Class Ontario driver’s license
• Ability to travel to different job sites as required

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Physical ability to work in various outdoor environments, including fields, marshes, uneven terrain, and undeveloped areas
• Ability to lift and carry surveying equipment and materials up to 50 pounds
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Bending or twisting the body
• Making repetitive motions
• Outside, exposed to weather/extreme temperatures
• In an enclosed vehicle
• Sound and noise
• Standard safety equipment

WHAT WE OFFER

• On-the-job training is provided
• Competitive compensation package
• Supportive team environment with open communication
• Opportunities to grow with a respected firm in the land surveying industry
• Access to high-quality equipment and well-organized operational systems
• A chance to work closely with licensed Ontario Land Surveyors on projects that shape communities

Surveyors On Site Inc. is currently hiring for this active vacancy. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Surveyors On Site Inc. does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a member of our HR or hiring team.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. Surveyors On Site Inc. and its affiliates believe that our strength lies in our differences.

We provide a barrier-free recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact us so we may support your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Greater Sudbury, ON: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Experience:

• surveying: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Ontario G-Class Driver's License (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person