Crew Chief

Atlas Surveying, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Performance Bonuses

Opportunities for advancement

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Job summary

Atlas Surveying, Inc. is seeking a skilled Crew Chief to lead field surveying operations across our Southeast regions. You will supervise crews, assign tasks, and ensure accuracy and efficiency on a variety of projects from land development to infrastructure planning.

Prior leadership in land surveying is essential. The role requires 5+ years in surveying with 3 years in a Crew Chief position, a valid driver's license, and familiarity with total stations, GPS, and data collectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of land surveying experience; 3 years as Crew Chief with leadership proven.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record for at least 3 years to drive company vehicle.
• Proficiency with surveying equipment: total stations, GPS, data collectors.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
• Ability to lead crews and collaborate with project managers and clients.
• Must comply with OSHA safety regulations and enroll in programs as needed.
• Physical ability to bend, lift to 75 lbs; capable of field work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise survey crews in the field, assign tasks and timelines.
• Conduct field surveys using total stations, GPS, and data collectors.
• Perform boundary, topographic, construction staking surveys as needed.
• Interpret survey data and prepare field notes, sketches, and reports.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and clients to meet objectives.
• Maintain survey equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Field surveying

Survey data interpretation

Communication

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Data collectors

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Atlas Surveying, Inc.

Atlas Surveying Inc., is an industry-leading land surveying firm dedicated to providing high-quality surveying services across the Southeast with offices in the Savannah/Hilton Head, Charleston, Charlotte, and Greenville/Spartanburg areas. With a focus on precision, accuracy, and innovation, we tackle diverse projects ranging from land development to infrastructure planning. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our collaborative work environment.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Crew Chief to lead our surveying teams in the field. As a Crew Chief, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing surveying operations, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects while leading a talented team of surveying professionals. Candidates must have at least 3 years’ experience as a Crew Chief in the land survey profession.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise survey crews in the field, assigning tasks and ensuring adherence to project specifications and timelines.


• Conduct field surveys using advanced surveying equipment, including total stations, GPS, and data collectors.


• Perform boundary surveys, topographic surveys, construction staking, and other surveying tasks as required.


• Interpret survey data and prepare accurate field notes, sketches, and reports.


• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure project objectives are met.


• Maintain survey equipment in proper working condition and perform routine maintenance as needed.


• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for the survey crew.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying, 3 years as a Crew Chief with a proven track record of leadership.


• This position will require driving a company vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license and no infractions for a minimum of 3 years is required to be approved to drive a company vehicle and added to the company insurance policy.

• Proficiency in using surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS, and data collectors.


• Strong understanding of surveying principles, techniques, and methodologies.


• Excellent organizational and communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.


• Proficiency in OSHA safety regulations.


• Must be willing and able to enroll in OSHA and other compliance and policy programs.


• The ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift 75 lbs. Mental and physical labors are to be expected.


• Honest, dependable, thorough, safety-conscious, and possessing a strong work ethic.


• Must be self-driven with little to no supervision.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Quarterly Performance Bonuses


• Opportunities for advancement


• Life Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• 401K

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal scope of responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Atlas Surveying, Inc. isan equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.