Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

About the role

The Survey Crew Chief manages the daily field operations of a land survey crew, ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and accurately. This role requires technical expertise, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee field surveys — including primary control, construction layout, and as-built surveys — using the most efficient methods for data acquisition
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including sketches, daily reports, timesheets, and other required documentation
• Communicate regularly with Project Surveyors, technicians, and other team members to align with project schedules and monitor progress
• Represent SAM professionally when interacting with clients, landowners, and other stakeholders
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications to ensure all work meets required tolerances and standards
• Ensure vehicles, instruments, and field equipment are properly maintained, calibrated, and operational
• Support project and team success by performing additional duties as needed

Requirements

• Previous industry experience, prior crew chief experience
• Valid, current driver’s license required
• Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs
• Experience with Trimble equipment preferred
• Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills
• Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
• Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage field operations in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Technical expertise
• Leadership
• Quality and client satisfaction focus
• Field operations management
• Construction drawing interpretation
• Equipment maintenance and calibration
• Communication skills

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate fieldwork needs.