Construction Survey Crew Chief

Woolpert; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolpert in Ohio seeks a Construction Survey Crew Chief to lead field crews in construction staking, layout, and as-built documentation for site development projects. Responsibilities include interpreting plans, maintaining control points, and ensuring data quality.

You will operate total stations, GNSS, laser scanners, and data collectors, coordinate with project teams, and ensure safety while delivering accurate survey deliverables.

Qualifications

• Leading field survey crews for construction layout and as-built work.
• Interpreting engineered plans and DTMs to translate design into field layouts.
• Maintaining accuracy and safety in field operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey field crew for construction staking and layout.
• Interpret plans and DTMs for accurate field placement.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment.
• Prepare field notes and sketches.
• Establish horizontal and vertical control.
• Coordinate with project team and subcontractors.
• Ensure deliverables meet project tolerances.

Skills

Field crew leadership

Plan interpretation

Survey equipment operation

Data handling & QA

As-built documentation

Safety protocols

Team coordination

Project communication

Trimble Knowledge

Tools

Total stations

GNSS receivers

Laser scanners

Levels

Data collectors

Trimble Business Center

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Construction Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic Survey team in Ohio. The Construction Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline, responsible for leading field survey crews in the execution of construction layout, topographic surveys, and as-built documentation for site development projects. This role serves as the primary field point of contact, ensuring survey work is performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with project requirements and industry standards, schedules, and safety standards. The Construction Survey Crew Chief role will require you to exercise technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication in a collaborative environment offering career growth opportunities.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Lead a survey field crew performing construction staking and layout for roads, utilities, grading, structures, and site improvements.
• Interpret engineering plans, digital terrain models, and construction documents to accurately translate design into field layout.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors. Troubleshoot field issues and ensure proper calibration and functionality.
• Preparing detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities.
• Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control to support construction activities.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of layout points, stakes, and survey deliverables in accordance with project tolerances.
• Conduct as-built surveys and document completed work for project closeout and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of Trimble Business Center for downloading, processing, initial quality control, and verification of accuracy, ensuring data meets project and company quality requirements.
• Coordinate daily with project managers, engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors to support construction sequencing and resolve field issues.
• Review and manage field data, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and transfer to office staff for processing.
• Practice safety protocols promoting a safe working environment, including maintaining PPE inventory and performing safety checks on equipment, procedures