Survey Crew Chief

Stantec; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Surveyor Crew Chief in Yellowknife to perform various surveys and manage field operations. This full-time position requires technical expertise in GPS and electromagnetic locating, along with strong communication skills. The role offers opportunities for growth and involves working in remote environments.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Well-being program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of field survey experience required.
• Experience tracing buried facilities using Electromagnetic Locating techniques.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Vehicle Operator’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a variety of surveys and buried facility locating.
• Manage information flow from field to office and prepare accurate field notes.
• Act as a company representative liaising with clients and land owners.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Technical degree / diploma / certificate in related field

Tools

GPS

Total Stations

Electromagnetic Locators

Job description

Our Geospatial Services Team collaborates with Stantec’s Water, Infrastructure, Environmental Services, Buildings, and Energy & Resources business operating units to provide a complete solution for our clients. This provides a workplace filled with opportunity and a variety of projects to advance employee growth and knowledge, while providing client’s unique solutions to the issues they face.

Stantec’s Geospatial Services Group has a full-time opportunity for Surveyor Crew Chief based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

Your Key Responsibilities

Performing a variety of surveys and buried facility locating with minimal supervision

Conducting comprehensive topographic, legal, construction, bathymetric and as-built surveys

Actively participate and promote Stantec’s Health & Safety culture and awareness

Effective communication with Project Manager as to progress updates, scope changes, HSSE reporting and other project impacts

Act as a company representative, liaising directly with client field representatives and land owners;

Some office technical survey work may be required in this position

Strong problem solving skills in a field environment;Effective communication skills - verbal and written; ability to produce accurate and legible field notes;

Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes, records, and calculations

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience tracing buried facilities using Electromagnetic Locating techniques

Ability to execute surveys in an accurate, efficient, detailed and safe manner

Proficiency with GPS, Total stations and Electromagnetic Locators. Working knowledge of Trimble GPS and Trimble Total Stations is an asset

A valid Alberta Class 5 Vehicle Operator’s License

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

This position may require travelling to various sites across Canada

Experience working in remote field environments

Physical ability to work in mountainous and forested terrain and ability to lift / carry heavy equipment.

Willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote field areas for extended periods and varied hours

Education and Experience

Technical degree / diploma / certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

A minimum of 2 years of field survey experience

Required Certifications (must have or be able to complete the following) :

Standard First Aid H2S Alive WHMIS CSTS 2020 (Construction Safety Training System) CSO (Common Safety Orientation) Line Locating Certification Valid Driver’s License

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary / casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : Canada-Northwest Territories-Yellowknife

Organization : BC-1566 CommDev-CA Alberta GEO

Employee Status : Temporary

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jan 24, 2025, 4 : 23 : 20 PM

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability / Protected Veterans