Civil Construction Survey Crew Lead | Field Layout & Data

Gdbgeospatial; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Perks at Work

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a field-operations leader to supervise a land survey crew across boundary, topographic, and construction layout projects. You will plan data collection, interpret plans, and liaise with project teams and clients, ensuring accuracy and safety on varied terrains.

The role requires strong technical skills with Trimble and GNSS tools, ability to travel regionally (80–90%), and a proactive, collaborative work style in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience; crew chief experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of civil construction layout on multi-story projects.
• Proficient with Trimble equipment and surveying tools.
• Strong math, computer, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel region 80–90%.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for daily field operations (boundary, topo, construction layout).
• Determine efficient data acquisition plans for field surveys from control to as-built.
• Read/interpret construction drawings and project tolerances.
• Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians.
• Interact professionally with clients and landowners.
• Anticipate and solve problems within authority.
• Collect/interpret survey data and document field notes and sketches.
• Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly.
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and paperwork.
• Maintain survey vehicles and field equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil construction layout

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Trimble equipment

Data collection & notes

Strong math/technical skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Regional travel 80–90%

Tools

Trimble equipment

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Tablet PCs

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a field-operations leader to supervise a land survey crew across boundary, topographic, and construction layout projects. You will plan data collection, interpret plans, and liaise with project teams and clients, ensuring accuracy and safety on varied terrains.

The role requires strong technical skills with Trimble and GNSS tools, ability to travel regionally (80–90%), and a proactive, collaborative work style in a fast-paced environment.