Party Chief Actalent - 3.5 Tampa, FL Job Details Temporary | Temp-to-hire $30 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Construction plans Data management Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Construction layout surveys Construction staking

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Party Chief Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Party Chief with over 5 years of experience in heavy civil construction surveying and layout. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of civil construction methods, utility installation, roadway construction, earthwork operations, and grade control. Proficiency in using machine control platforms such as Trimble, Topcon, and Leica is essential. The role requires the ability to read and interpret civil plans and digital models, and proficiency with survey software and data management systems. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are crucial, as well as the ability to work independently in fast-paced field environments. Responsibilities Conduct surveying and layout for heavy civil construction projects. Manage and coordinate 2-3-person survey teams. Work on projects ranging from $300k to $30M. Utilize Trimble, Topcon, and Leica machine control platforms. Read and interpret civil plans and digital models. Manage survey software and data management systems. Build and edit surface models. Perform drone mapping and photogrammetry. Support multiple crews and projects simultaneously. Train operators and field crews on machine control systems. Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in heavy civil construction surveying and layout. Strong understanding of civil construction methods, utility installation, and roadway construction. Proficiency with machine control platforms such as Trimble, Topcon, and Leica. Ability to read and interpret civil plans and digital models. Proficiency with survey software and data management systems. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience building and editing surface models. Drone mapping and photogrammetry experience. Knowledge of FDOT and municipal construction tolerances. Ability to support multiple crews and projects simultaneously. Experience training operators and field crews on machine control systems. Work Environment This position is onsite with a typical schedule of 7am to 3:30pm, including occasional Saturday work. Expect to work 50-60 hours a week. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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