William M. Parr III
Farnham,VA
Summary
Dynamic Survey Party Chief with proven expertise at Team Fishel in total station operation and GPS surveying. Achieved zero accidents through strict safety compliance while enhancing data collection efficiency. Recognized for mentoring junior surveyors and streamlining project timelines, ensuring successful project execution and adherence to industry standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Party Chief
Team Fishel
Mechanicsville, VA
09.2019 - Current
- Led field survey teams to ensure accurate data collection and project execution.
- Utilized advanced surveying instruments including total stations and GPS systems for precise measurements.
- Developed and maintained project schedules to optimize workflow and meet deadlines.
- Trained junior surveyors on best practices, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to review project plans and design specifications.
- Conducted quality control checks on survey data to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in data collection methodologies.
- Demonstrated adaptability through quick learning of new industry software applications, boosting overall productivity levels.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, resulting in zero accidents during field operations.
- Reduced potential errors by performing regular equipment calibration checks and maintenance procedures.
- Streamlined project timelines by effectively prioritizing tasks and organizing daily schedules for the survey party.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing guidance and mentoring to junior surveyors throughout projects.
- Achieved time-sensitive deadlines consistently while managing multiple concurrent projects through diligent planning strategies focused on efficient task delegation within the survey party.
Survey Instrument Operater
JMT Engineering
Richmond, VA
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Operated advanced instrumentation for data collection and analysis in field environments.
- Conducted routine equipment calibration to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Monitored and maintained operational integrity of instruments during complex projects, reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation issues promptly.
- Increased safety standards by ensuring proper handling of sensitive instruments and hazardous materials.
- Conducted surveys to locate man-made surface, underwater and underground structures.
- Promoted a safe working environment by strictly adhering to company and industry safety protocols during instrument operation tasks.
- Supported process improvement initiatives by participating actively in continuous learning programs related to advancements within the field of Instrument Operation.
- Played a significant role in successful project completion by demonstrating expertise in the operation of a wide variety of instruments, adapting quickly to new technologies and methodologies.
- Documented and stored measurements.
- Delivered accurate measurements, conducting tests using various instruments according to project requirements.
- Performed boundary, topographic and traverse land surveys.
Education
No Degree - Survey Apprentiship Program-Completed First Year Only
Faifax High School
Fairfax, VASkills
- Total station operation
- Construction staking
- Topographic mapping
- GPS surveying
- Utility locating
- Alta surveys
- Data collection
- Site safety compliance
Timeline
Survey Party Chief
Team Fishel
09.2019 - Current
Survey Instrument Operater
JMT Engineering
05.2012 - 09.2012
No Degree - Survey Apprentiship Program-Completed First Year Only
Faifax High School