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    Prudent Engineering

    Engineering

    Hydrographic Party Chief

    Syracuse, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time$60k – $85k / yearPosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    About the Firm:

    Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

    We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Prudent Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hydrographic Party Chief to work out of our Syracuse, NY office. In this role, you will lead a team of surveyors, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality collection of hydrographic data.

    As a Hydrographer, your duties will include data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, trouble shooting, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/reports.

    What you'll be able to do:

    • Participate in the bathymetric survey project from assignment to completion
    • Assist with project proposal and reporting tasks as needed
    • Communicate with applicable personnel regarding the status of the survey, update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, to ensure schedules are maintained

    The minimum requirements we seek:

    • Degree strongly desired, preferably in Survey, Geomatics, or GIS.
      • 3 or more years of experience preferred in the Survey or Geophysical industry
      • 3 or more years of experience preferred with HYPACK/HYSWEEP
      • Knowledge of basic geodesy and understanding of datums
      • Familiarity with R2Sonic multibeam systems and Edgetech sub-bottom profiling and side-scan sonar systems
      • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
      • Work well in a team environment
      • Experience with trailering and operating a survey vessel
      • Interest and passion for new technology applications for hydrographic mapping
      • Maintain a valid driver’s license
      • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

      Our preferred qualifications:

      • NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer or interest in pursuing certification
      • Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations
      • Experience with MicroStation and/or other CAD software

      What you’ll receive in return:

      • A base salary of $60,000 to $85,000. * Plus, prevailing wage rates when applicable.
      • Medical, dental, vision.
      • 401K with company match.
      • PTO plus paid holidays.
      • Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

      Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

      *Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

      Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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      About the company

      Prudent Engineering

      Prudent Engineering, LLP is a multi-disciplinary firm providing quality, cost-effective engineering design, survey, and inspection services for clients across New York and Pennsylvania. With an experienced team of engineers, surveyors, inspectors, designers, CADD specialists, and professional support staff, our team guides clients through each phase of project development. When collaborating with Prudent on a design, land survey, hydrographic, or construction inspection project, clients can be confident that they are receiving professional services from a company that: Has been providing professional engineering services since 1992; Has earned the trust and respect of many clients and agencies; Believes in fostering the personal and professional growth of its staff; Maintains a team of highly trained, educated, and experienced employees with strong      work ethics; Has managed projects ranging in value from $200K to $134M; Continues to maintain a strong geographic presence across New York and Pennsylvania; and, Is a registered DBE/MBE firm in New York and Pennsylvania and a registered MBE in New York City. Prudent acknowledges the importance of equipping staff with the requisite training and professional accreditation needed to successfully complete job assignments. All field personnel have received extensive training and certification in safety procedures, access equipment operation, Work Zone Traffic Control, and fall protection, and are thus thoroughly prepared to complete projects safely and efficiently. In addition, Prudent’s team of bridge inspectors is certified and trained in the latest rating and reporting software and is experienced using technologies that provide the most accurate results.

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      Industry
      Engineering
      Founded
      1992
      Open roles
      25

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