Surveys Party Chief Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan United States, South Carolina, North Charleston Sep 22, 2026 Surveys Party Chief LinkedIn

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Category Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

All Locations North Charleston, SC

Tracking Code 26647

Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Job Description 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 #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary:

JMT is seeking a Survey Party Chief to join their team in North Charleston, South Carolina. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist to obtain data used for construction, map making, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. They will calculate map making information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. They will also verify accuracy and completeness of topographical maps. This position works closely with project engineers creating plans for the construction of various types of transportation and civil/site projects including, but not limited to, the following: roadways, bridges, parks, commercial and private developments. The position will also be required to work closely with land survey crews in the preparation of topographic and boundary surveys as well as construction stake-out and as-built surveys. Immigration 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. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features

Compile geographic, political, and cultural information and prepare maps of large areas; record the results of surveys, verify the accuracy of data, and prepare plots, maps, and reports

Collect data in the field and calculate mapmaking information for use in performing computations and computer-aided drafting

Research legal records, look for evidence of previous boundaries, and analyze the data to determine the location of boundary lines

Understand the use of Global Positioning System (GPS), laptops, and computer software for surveying

Accompanies and oversees work of field crews, conducting complete assignments or portions of a large and diverse project while organizing field operations and collecting data to ensure efficacy and accuracy

Reviews project specifications and confers with engineer and surveyor concerning assistance required such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions, design changes, and reports

Performs non-routine assignments involving substantial variety and complexity

Performs surveying duties not requiring licensure

Computes volumes and prepares graphs

Performs supervisory responsibilities on a job specific basis Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned

Occasional travel as needed Required Skills Ability to use applicable software programs required for gathering field data and organizing data for submission to the Land Surveyor

Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume including the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Valid Driver's License Required

Able to pass Background Check Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent

Computer Assisted Drafting software experience

3 + years' experience in surveying

Knowledge of all positions on the crew and capability to utilize all equipment

Experience working with local clients at the county and state level preferred Working Conditions Work 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 25 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. Some travel required. Some night shift work required. Benefits JMT 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 Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

And more...

Benefits | JMT 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.