Survey Crew Chief

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to facilitate survey projects throughout New York and New Jersey. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and technologically savvy individual with the vision and drive to apply state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies to a wide range of land surveying and geospatial projects. The survey crew chief will be responsible for leading a team in collecting all required field data for the preparation of a variety of surveying projects, for both public and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead a survey crew in the performance of pipeline, boundary, ALTA, topographic, stake-out and utility surveys, and assist in downloading and processing conventional and GNSS field data
• Interface directly with project managers regarding performance of project tasks
• QC of all field data
• Research, recover and measure real property evidence
• Prepare field notes, photographs, sketches, and detailed reports as required
• Ensure survey equipment maintenance and calibration is current
• Survey vehicle upkeep and schedule maintenance
• Utilize best surveying practices to perform all survey tasks
• Assist in the training of junior team members
• Follow all safety and security procedures
• Represent the company in a professional manner while interfacing with public and private sector clients and the general public

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a survey field party chief
• Experience performing boundary, topographic, utility, pipeline surveying, and construction stake out
• Must be skilled in operating and performing surveys from boats and all-terrain vehicles
• Experience running electronic total stations, GNSS and levels required
• Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work independently
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Must be willing to travel to various project sites and stay overnight, as required
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug & alcohol testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in land surveying or equivalent
• AutoCAD and field data processing
• Holding current Operator Qualifications for pipeline probing/depth of cover surveys is preferred
• Project experience with pipeline and utility companies
• Certification as an LSIT
• Hydrographic survey experience
• Experience running laser scanners and UAV's

Pay

$40.00 - $44.00/hour starting rate (commensurate with experience; room for advancement)