Survey Party Chief

EXA Infrastructure; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Health spending account

Life insurance

Travel health coverage

Professional dues

Safety training

Job summary

Connexa Group in Calgary, AB, is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead one of our construction and municipal survey crews. You should have experience leading a survey crew and working with precise layout and control surveys on industrial and commercial sites.

The role emphasizes mentorship, safety, and outdoor work across seasons, with occasional travel. A geomatics diploma or degree is required, strong communication skills, and a commitment to our safety standards.

Qualifications

• A geomatics diploma or degree from a technical college.
• Experience leading a survey crew.
• Experience with precise layout and control surveys.
• Experience on industrial and commercial construction sites.
• Legal survey experience is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead field work for legal surveys, including subdivisions, condominiums, development permit applications and Real Property Reports
• Lay out building foundations, piles, grading and site facilities on construction projects
• Run precise layout and control surveys
• Keep clear, accurate field notes, records and calculations
• Mentor and guide survey assistants on your crew
• Follow safety protocols and set the standard for your crew
• Work outdoors in all seasons and weather
• Travel out of town when projects call for it

Skills

Field crew leadership

Precise layout surveys

Control surveys

Communication skills

Mentorship

Education

Geomatics diploma/degree

Tools

Total station

GPS surveying

Job description

Connexa Group (formerly CORE Geomatics) is a multi-service firm offering integrated geomatics, environmental and land use planning services. We believe the most valuable asset an organization has is its people. Our team members are dynamic, energetic, entrepreneurial and creative, but most importantly, they are the company. We lead the industry by adopting new technology and finding creative solutions that improve efficiency and allow for a flexible work environment. Whether your career with Connexa is in the field or the office, you'll find we adapt to the ever-changing workplace.

We're looking for a Survey Party Chief in Calgary, AB to lead one of our construction and municipal survey crews. Ideally, you have experience in both sectors and want to grow and learn with an innovative, forward-thinking company.

The Work:

• Lead field work for legal surveys, including subdivisions, condominiums, development permit applications and Real Property Reports
• Lay out building foundations, piles, grading and site facilities on construction projects
• Run precise layout and control surveys
• Keep clear, accurate field notes, records and calculations
• Mentor and guide survey assistants on your crew
• Follow safety protocols and set the standard for your crew
• Work outdoors in all seasons and weather
• Travel out of town when projects call for it

What you bring to the table:

• A geomatics diploma or degree from a technical college
• Experience leading a survey crew
• Experience with precise layout and control surveys
• Experience on industrial and commercial construction sites
• Legal survey experience is an asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

We hire people who live our values every day:

• Relationship Builder: you build trust with clients and coworkers, and you're comfortable working directly with clients
• Team Player: you put the team first, help where it's needed and follow through
• Growth Oriented: you're always learning and looking to build your skills
• Creative Problem Solver: you look for better ways to get the job done

Why Connexa?

We're a team that looks out for each other, builds lasting relationships with our clients and is always looking for a better way to do things. Here's what you can expect when you join us:

• A commitment to investing in your future, with real opportunities for career progression as you grow with Connexa
• Hands-on mentorship and one-on-one training with experienced colleagues across the field and office
• Health and benefits package
• Flexible health spending account
• Life insurance and travel health coverage
• Professional dues covered, where applicable
• Paid safety training relevant to your role (e.g., First Aid, H2S, ATV)

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.