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David Duncan

Houston,TX

Summary

Experienced Survey Party Chief with proven background in managing field surveying activities and coordinating teams. Strengths include exceptional ability to interpret blueprints, maps, records, and other related materials along with comprehensive knowledge of GPS equipment and advanced land survey methodologies. Demonstrated success in optimizing processes for efficiency, ensuring accuracy in data collection and interpretation, while maintaining compliance with local regulations and industry best practices.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Survey Party Chief

UMIAQ Design LLC /ConocoPhillips
Anchorage , Alaska
06.2022 - Current
  • Led field surveys to collect accurate data for engineering projects.
  • Coordinated survey team activities and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Trained junior staff on survey techniques and operational best practices.
  • Maintained equipment inventory and performed routine maintenance checks on tools.
  • Organized survey crew and equipment for field operations.
  • Conducted boundary surveys in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while working in potentially hazardous conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
  • Maintained daily records of work performed and materials used during survey projects.
  • Analyzed collected data to determine the position of points, lines, boundaries, elevations.
  • Researched existing deed documents to verify property boundaries prior to conducting a survey.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as engineers or architects regarding design requirements for specific sites.
  • Ensured accuracy of survey data by performing quality control checks on all surveys.
  • Operated total station, GPS receiver, and other surveying instruments to collect topographic data.
  • Coordinated efforts between engineering teams, contractors and other stakeholders involved in a project.
  • Prepared detailed maps outlining site features such as utility lines or access roads.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding surveying methods and procedures.
  • Investigated potential conflicts between public and private interests related to surveying projects.
  • Identified discrepancies between field measurements and existing maps or records.
  • Trained entry-level departmental employees on different GIS and GPS software packages to enhance team performance.
  • Performed field surveys using Topcon and Spectra total stations.
  • Developed survey maps with legal metes and bounds.
  • Surveyed locations to ascertain natural and man-made surfaces, assessing underground and underwater elements using electronic distance-measuring equipment.
  • Requested and tracked utility locations for projects.
  • Delegated assignments and coordinated work of junior team members.
  • Utilized GPS and total station equipment for precise measurements and mapping.

Survey Party Chief

TRC Solutions
Houston, Texas
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Led field surveys to collect accurate data for engineering projects.
  • Coordinated survey team activities and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Utilized GPS and total station equipment for precise measurements and mapping.
  • Managed project timelines to ensure timely completion of survey tasks.
  • Trained junior staff on survey techniques and operational best practices.
  • Analyzed survey data and prepared detailed reports for client review.
  • Collaborated with engineers to integrate survey findings into project designs.
  • Maintained equipment inventory and performed routine maintenance checks on tools.
  • Organized survey crew and equipment for field operations.
  • Conducted boundary surveys in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while working in potentially hazardous conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
  • Maintained daily records of work performed and materials used during survey projects.
  • Analyzed collected data to determine the position of points, lines, boundaries, elevations.
  • Researched existing deed documents to verify property boundaries prior to conducting a survey.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as engineers or architects regarding design requirements for specific sites.
  • Drafted sketches depicting the results of surveys using specialized software programs.
  • Performed calculations necessary for determining positions, shapes, areas and contours of features being surveyed.
  • Ensured accuracy of survey data by performing quality control checks on all surveys.
  • Operated total station, GPS receiver, and other surveying instruments to collect topographic data.
  • Coordinated efforts between engineering teams, contractors and other stakeholders involved in a project.
  • Prepared detailed maps outlining site features such as utility lines or access roads.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding surveying methods and procedures.
  • Investigated potential conflicts between public and private interests related to surveying projects.
  • Identified discrepancies between field measurements and existing maps or records.
  • Trained entry-level departmental employees on different GIS and GPS software packages to enhance team performance.
  • Performed field surveys using Topcon and Spectra total stations.
  • Compiled engineering plan information to stake projects for construction.
  • Analyzed and verified surface modeling by measuring ground control points with surveying equipment.
  • Surveyed locations to ascertain natural and man-made surfaces, assessing underground and underwater elements using electronic distance-measuring equipment.
  • Requested and tracked utility locations for projects.
  • Delegated assignments and coordinated work of junior team members.

Party Chief

Ch Fenstermaker
Houston, Texas
07.2010 - 11.2016
  • Managed survey crews for geospatial projects across diverse terrains.
  • Conducted site assessments and prepared reports on field conditions.
  • Utilized GPS equipment to collect accurate data for mapping purposes.

Education

Associate of Science -

Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX
01-1981

Associate of Science -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS

Skills

  • Survey data analysis
  • GPS equipment operation
  • Total station usage
  • Boundary surveying
  • Quality control checks
  • Project coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Client communication
  • Technical training
  • Field documentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Boundary determination
  • Easement preparation
  • Alta surveys
  • Subdivision mapping
  • Total station operation
  • Permit acquisition
  • Aerial photogrammetry
  • Construction staking
  • Data collection
  • Survey calculations
  • Route surveying
  • GPS surveying
  • Site safety compliance
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Utility locating
  • Research skills
  • Continuous improvement
  • Team supervision
  • Land measurement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Project staking
  • Angle measurement
  • Data verification and entry
  • Written communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • File transfer
  • Adaptability
  • Cartographic theory
  • Professional demeanor
  • Record retrieval
  • Teamwork
  • Information collection

Timeline

Survey Party Chief

UMIAQ Design LLC /ConocoPhillips
06.2022 - Current

Survey Party Chief

TRC Solutions
07.2017 - 06.2019

Party Chief

Ch Fenstermaker
07.2010 - 11.2016

Associate of Science -

Alvin Community College

Associate of Science -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College

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