Nikolas Herrera
Hobbs
Summary
Precision-driven Survey Party Chief known for productive and efficient task completion. Excel in topographic surveying, construction staking, and data collection with advanced proficiency in GPS technology. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and effective communication are key strengths that enhance performance. Skilled in navigating complex project requirements seamlessly and delivering accurate results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Party Chief
Trinity Land Survey
North Las Vegas
09.2021 - 01.2026
- Managed field survey teams in various site assessments and data collection tasks.
- Operated surveying equipment including total stations, GPS, and levels for accurate measurements.
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules with clients and team members for efficient workflow.
- Conducted quality control checks on survey data to ensure precision and compliance with standards.
- Organized survey crew and equipment for field operations.
- Read and interpreted legal documents, construction drawings and maps to complete surveys.
- Verified accuracy of survey measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
- Operated total station, GPS receiver, and other surveying instruments to collect topographic data.
- Prepared survey reports and documentation for client presentations and project approvals.
- Collaborated with engineers and architects to provide essential survey information for projects.
- Implemented safety protocols in the field to maintain a secure working environment for all personnel.
- 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.
- 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.
- Identified discrepancies between field measurements and existing maps or records.
- Calculated height, depth, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
Rodman/Survey Party Chief
Madron Surveying Inc.
Carlsbad
11.2011 - 09.2021
- Ensured accurate measurements by calibrating surveying tools and instruments.
- Recorded field data meticulously for analysis and reporting purposes.
- Maintained surveying equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported surveying equipment to different job locations as needed.
- Operated total station, GPS receiver, and other surveying instruments to collect topographic data.
- Performed calculations necessary for determining positions, shapes, areas and contours of features being surveyed.
- Analyzed collected data to determine the position of points, lines, boundaries, elevations.
- Maintained daily records of work performed and materials used during survey projects.
- Utilized GPS and total station equipment for precise measurements.
- Conducted field surveys to collect data for topographic maps and boundary surveys.
- Maintained records related to surveys conducted, including notes, sketches, photographs.
Education
Hobbs High School
Hobbs, NMSkills
- Survey equipment operation
- Data analysis
- Project coordination
- Quality control
- Site assessment
- Client communication
- Field data collection
- Safety protocol implementation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration skills
- Total station operation
- Land surveying
- Construction staking
- Boundary determination
- GPS surveying
- Reliability
Noted Projects
- Allegiant Stadium
- MSG Sphere
- SECTA
- Hard Rock
- Formula 1 Paddock & Track
- Project Stargate ( Abilene Data Center)
Timeline
Survey Party Chief
Trinity Land Survey
09.2021 - 01.2026
Rodman/Survey Party Chief
Madron Surveying Inc.
11.2011 - 09.2021
Hobbs High School