TRC Companies, Inc.
Survey Supervisor
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TRC Companies, Inc.
About Us TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial, and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world. Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview TRC is seeking a Survey Supervisor in the Houston, Texas office.
Responsibilities The Survey Supervisor directs, plans, coordinates, and oversees staff who conduct surveys for various types of projects including pipelines, transmission lines, renewables, etc. With oversight of typically five or more survey crews, the Survey Supervisor serves as a liaison between the survey manager, client personnel, construction inspectors, land owners, etc.
Supervisor Responsibilities
Schedules, organizes, and oversees the work of field staff
May recommend new hires and train new surveying staff
Implements company and project survey policies, guidelines, and procedures
Guides, coaches, motivates, or disciplines survey personnel as necessary to meet project schedules and budgets
Resolves survey performance issues with the client representative and land owners that threaten the timely completion of the project survey activities
Requests assignment of personnel (by classification and number) and equipment needed to carry out the required survey activities
Orients survey personnel on project requirements, planning, policies, guidelines, procedures, safety, emergency response, and quality assurance
Explains the requirements for documentation of assigned tasks. Provides document, record, and report forms, explains the proper completion, distribution, and timing for submittal of those forms. Provides assurance that project documents are completed properly and legibly, are controlled, stored, and readily retrievable for review
Monitors the survey personnel's performance of activities, completion of documentation, personal conduct, work ethics, and interface with others. Evaluates these actions and provides guidance, coaching, motivation, or discipline as necessary to reinforce his role on the project
Performs and documents personnel performance evaluations upon termination/job completion of each survey personnel
Ensure safety awareness, environmental awareness, quality assurance, and the effectiveness of survey personnel assigned to the project
Other duties and tasks may be assigned management
Qualifications Prerequisites
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to apply
High School Diploma
Must have a valid driver
Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests
Ability to travel as dictated by job requirements
Five years minimum of supervisory experience with field crews
Required Technical Ability
Must be knowledgeable in the methods and techniques of cross-country pipeline surveying
Must have knowledge in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) survey methods, electronic data collection, total stations, levels, various type of field software and the processes and computer programs necessary for survey data review and transfer to office
Must be very organized with field books, filed notes, sketches, JSA-s, incident reporting, etc.
Ability to perform mathematics such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry used in field survey analysis
Proficiency in PC computer operation, including spreadsheet and word processing programs. Experience in AutoCAD desired
Practical experience in the application and adaptation of survey standards, techniques and procedures
Identify and solve technical issues with equipment
Required Supervisory Skills
Must be able to effectively manage five survey crews or more
Must have experience working as a liaison between the survey manager, client personnel, construction inspectors, etc. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Effective problem-solving skills, especially when dealing with conflicting personalities
Creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to identify potential problem areas and effect a solution at the earliest possible time
Effective management of field staff
Identify and solve organizational and other field-related issues
Must be able to write clearly and concisely to prepare reports, field notes, specifications, and correspondence
Must have effective communication skills in working with the survey manager, clients, inspectors, etc.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must have the ability to walk several miles per day while carrying supplies and equipment. Ability to clear a line with a machete, brush-axe, or chain saw is required
Must be able to perform job duties in a variety of outdoor terrain ranging from swamps to deserts to forests to mountains. Must also be able to perform job duties in various extreme climates. Must be able to deal with a variety of wildlife such as bears, snakes, spiders, insects, etc.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary Range USD $25.00 - $32.00 /Hr.
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role at
TRC Companies, Inc.
About Us TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial, and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world. Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview TRC is seeking a Survey Supervisor in the Houston, Texas office.
Responsibilities The Survey Supervisor directs, plans, coordinates, and oversees staff who conduct surveys for various types of projects including pipelines, transmission lines, renewables, etc. With oversight of typically five or more survey crews, the Survey Supervisor serves as a liaison between the survey manager, client personnel, construction inspectors, land owners, etc.
Supervisor Responsibilities
Schedules, organizes, and oversees the work of field staff
May recommend new hires and train new surveying staff
Implements company and project survey policies, guidelines, and procedures
Guides, coaches, motivates, or disciplines survey personnel as necessary to meet project schedules and budgets
Resolves survey performance issues with the client representative and land owners that threaten the timely completion of the project survey activities
Requests assignment of personnel (by classification and number) and equipment needed to carry out the required survey activities
Orients survey personnel on project requirements, planning, policies, guidelines, procedures, safety, emergency response, and quality assurance
Explains the requirements for documentation of assigned tasks. Provides document, record, and report forms, explains the proper completion, distribution, and timing for submittal of those forms. Provides assurance that project documents are completed properly and legibly, are controlled, stored, and readily retrievable for review
Monitors the survey personnel's performance of activities, completion of documentation, personal conduct, work ethics, and interface with others. Evaluates these actions and provides guidance, coaching, motivation, or discipline as necessary to reinforce his role on the project
Performs and documents personnel performance evaluations upon termination/job completion of each survey personnel
Ensure safety awareness, environmental awareness, quality assurance, and the effectiveness of survey personnel assigned to the project
Other duties and tasks may be assigned management
Qualifications Prerequisites
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to apply
High School Diploma
Must have a valid driver
Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests
Ability to travel as dictated by job requirements
Five years minimum of supervisory experience with field crews
Required Technical Ability
Must be knowledgeable in the methods and techniques of cross-country pipeline surveying
Must have knowledge in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) survey methods, electronic data collection, total stations, levels, various type of field software and the processes and computer programs necessary for survey data review and transfer to office
Must be very organized with field books, filed notes, sketches, JSA-s, incident reporting, etc.
Ability to perform mathematics such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry used in field survey analysis
Proficiency in PC computer operation, including spreadsheet and word processing programs. Experience in AutoCAD desired
Practical experience in the application and adaptation of survey standards, techniques and procedures
Identify and solve technical issues with equipment
Required Supervisory Skills
Must be able to effectively manage five survey crews or more
Must have experience working as a liaison between the survey manager, client personnel, construction inspectors, etc. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Effective problem-solving skills, especially when dealing with conflicting personalities
Creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to identify potential problem areas and effect a solution at the earliest possible time
Effective management of field staff
Identify and solve organizational and other field-related issues
Must be able to write clearly and concisely to prepare reports, field notes, specifications, and correspondence
Must have effective communication skills in working with the survey manager, clients, inspectors, etc.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must have the ability to walk several miles per day while carrying supplies and equipment. Ability to clear a line with a machete, brush-axe, or chain saw is required
Must be able to perform job duties in a variety of outdoor terrain ranging from swamps to deserts to forests to mountains. Must also be able to perform job duties in various extreme climates. Must be able to deal with a variety of wildlife such as bears, snakes, spiders, insects, etc.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary Range USD $25.00 - $32.00 /Hr.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TRC Companies, Inc. by 2x
Get notified about new Survey Supervisor jobs in
Houston, TX .
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