SURVEY CREW CHIEF

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise survey crews in the field to perform topographic, boundary, and construction staking surveys.
• Plan daily work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure the proper use and maintenance of surveying equipment.
• Interpret project plans, blueprints, and legal descriptions to guide survey activities and resolve field challenges.
• Collect, record, and verify survey data with precision, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Cookordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to communicate progress and address technical issues.
• Train and mentor junior surveyors and crew members to develop their skills and maintain high team performance.
• Prepare detailed field notes, reports, and documentation to support project requirements and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of formal surveying training or certification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in land or construction surveying with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Proficiency in using surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS equipment, and data collectors.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, mathematics, and construction terminology.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to various job sites across the United States.
• Experience with advanced surveying software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and construction site safety protocols.
• Prioritization of tasks and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or equivalent certification.
• Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT)/ Registered Land Surveyor (RLS) Certification as a Soil & Water Conservation Commission Level 1A/1B Inspector or Level 2 Design Professional.
• AutoCAD/Micro-station Inroads experience is a plus.
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

Skills

• Utilizes technical skills daily to operate and calibrate sophisticated surveying instruments, ensuring data accuracy critical to project success.
• Leverages leadership and communication skills to effectively manage crew members, coordinate with project teams, and resolve field issues promptly.
• Applies analytical skills to interpret complex plans and legal documents to guide precise survey execution.
• Proficient with surveying software, including AutoCAD, and other surveying and office software.
• Experienced with Robotic Total Stations and RTK/GPS equipment, specifically Trimble and Leica units, with TDS, Leica, and Carleson Data Collectors and software.
• Skilled in mapping and reporting tasks, streamlining project workflows.
• Displays problem-solving and organizational skills to manage schedules, resources, and compliance with safety standards, fostering a productive and safe work environment.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients of the company, and meets deadlines while working under stress and handling stressful situations.