Survey Crew Chief

Olsen North Land Surveying Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsen North Land Surveying Ltd. in Calgary, AB, is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field crews and ensure high-quality data collection on residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

This full-time, on-site role requires organizing topo, boundary, and construction surveys, operating and maintaining surveying equipment, and documenting field notes. You will coordinate with project managers and office staff, uphold safety practices, mentor junior crew members, and resolve technical

Qualifications

• Experience leading field crews and overseeing survey projects.
• Hands-on with Topographic and Boundary Surveys; interpret plans and legal descriptions.
• Proficient with Total Station equipment and related survey instruments; data collection, calibration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with CAD or GIS tools and digital field data collection methods.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accurate field notes/records.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions; follow safety procedures and manage physical demands of fieldwork.
• Effective communication with clients, team members and project stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for travel to various job sites in and around Calgary and Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey crews and manage day-to-day field operations.
• Organize and conduct topographic, boundary, and construction surveys.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment and verify data accuracy.
• Plan survey work, interpret project plans, and coordinate with project managers and office staff.
• Document field notes and prepare field reports; ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
• Mentor junior crew members and troubleshoot field issues.

Skills

Leading field crews

Topographic Surveys

Boundary Surveys

Interpret plans and legal descriptions

Data collection and calibration

Field notes documentation

Outdoor work and safety procedures

Communication with clients and team

Driver's license

Tools

Total Station equipment

Survey instruments

CAD

GIS tools

Digital field data collection methods

Job description

Company Description

Olsen North Land Surveying Ltd. provides professional land surveying services across Western Canada, supporting a wide range of residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. The company is committed to delivering accurate, reliable data and geo-spatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and build with confidence. Olsen North emphasizes safety, efficiency, and the use of modern surveying technology in the field. Team members work closely with clients and project partners to meet regulatory requirements and project timelines.

Role Description

The Survey Crew Chief is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, AB, responsible for leading field survey crews and ensuring high-quality data collection. Day-to-day tasks include organizing and conducting topographic, boundary, and construction surveys; operating and maintaining surveying equipment; and verifying the accuracy of field measurements. The role involves planning survey work, interpreting project plans, coordinating with project managers and office staff, and documenting field notes and reports. The Survey Crew Chief also supports safety practices on site, mentors junior crew members, and helps resolve technical issues in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Surveying practices, including experience leading field crews and overseeing survey projects.
• Hands-on experience with Topographic Surveys and Boundary Surveys, with the ability to interpret plans and legal descriptions.
• Skill in operating Total Station equipment and related survey instruments, including data collection, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with survey data processing software (e.g., CAD or GIS tools) and digital field data collection methods.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate field notes and records.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, follow safety procedures, and manage physical demands of fieldwork.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with clients, team members, and project stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for travel to various job sites in and around Calgary and Western Canada.