Survey Crew Chief

The role

You will lead a survey crew in the field on projects such as land title, transportation, energy, aviation and land development surveys. You will collect accurate survey data, follow industry standards and company procedures, and guide junior crew members.

What you will do

• Lead a survey crew to conduct boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Operate and maintain total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors.
• Prepare detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities.
• Follow project requirements, goals, and schedules set by the Survey Team Leader.
• Download, process, and quality-check survey data using survey software.
• Monitor project progress, troubleshoot issues, and keep work on time and within budget.
• Communicate issues or delays to the Survey Team Leader promptly.
• Follow safety protocols, maintain PPE, and perform safety checks on equipment, procedures, and vehicles.
• Provide guidance and training to junior crew members and help evaluate crew performance.

Required qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or five (5) years of related experience.
• Proficient in operating survey instruments and software, including total stations, GNSS GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Proficient in searching for and locating boundary corners and/or PLS section corners.
• Comprehensive understanding of survey principles, methods, and practices.
• Ability to interpret and analyze survey data, maps, and construction plans.
• Above average verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with survey-related mathematical concepts.
• Proficient computer skills, including data transfer, processing software, and Microsoft Office.
• Pass a pre-employment driver's license background check and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Pass periodic drug testing as required by company policy.
• Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties.

Nice to have

• Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA certifications, or passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying exam.
• FAA Part 107, Certified Remote Pilot certification.
• Understanding of Subsurface Utility Engineering standards (ASCE 38-22), utility mapping, ground penetrating radar, and electromagnetic locators.

Benefits

• Freedom to Work program: set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid sick time and retirement plan.
• Fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, and employee assistance program.
• Company-provided vehicle for business travel, with vehicle expenses covered.
• Daily per diem for each day working onsite out of state.
• Company-provided lodging onsite, with lodging costs covered when working out of state.

Before you apply

• Visa sponsorship is not offered. Applicants must already have work authorization in the country where the job is located.
• Pre-employment driver's license background check is required.
• Periodic drug testing is required.

About the company

Woolpert is a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm with over 75 offices. It is certified as a Great Place to Work and is an equal-opportunity employer.