Crew Chief

Actalent; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work vehicle provided

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Crew Chief to lead a field survey crew in Rutherford, NJ, overseeing boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys. The role requires coordinating field operations and serving as the primary contact for project stakeholders.

The position is based on-site with travel to job locations, using GPS, total stations, and robotic instruments. Strong leadership, communication, and safety focus are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related civil discipline.
• Experience in land surveying including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Comfort with operating survey instruments and maintaining field notes with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a field survey crew on assigned projects, providing direction and support to ensure efficient and accurate work.
• Perform boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys according to standards and project specs.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment (GPS units, total stations, data collectors, robotic instruments) with proper calibration.
• Collect, verify, and document field data with high accuracy for deliverables.
• Coordinate daily activities, schedules, and site logistics to meet timelines.
• Ensure survey work complies with project requirements and safety standards.
• Review field notes and data for accuracy before submission.
• Communicate with Project Managers, clients, contractors, and stakeholders on progress and issues.
• Maintain survey vehicles and equipment, addressing maintenance needs promptly.
• Enforce safety procedures and participate in jobsite safety meetings.

Skills

Land surveying

Boundary surveys

Topographic surveys

ALTA/NSPS

GPS units

Total stations

Data collection

Safety procedures

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related civil discipline

Tools

Leica equipment

GPS units

Total stations

Data collectors

Robotic instruments

Job description

The Crew Chief leads and supervises a field survey crew on a variety of projects, ensuring that all survey activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements and company standards. This role performs boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys while coordinating daily field operations and serving as a key point of contact for project stakeholders.

Job Title: Crew Chief

The Crew Chief leads and supervises a field survey crew on a variety of projects, ensuring that all survey activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements and company standards. This role performs boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys while coordinating daily field operations and serving as a key point of contact for project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a field survey crew on assigned projects, providing direction and support to ensure efficient and accurate work.
• Perform boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys in accordance with applicable standards and project specifications.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including GPS units, total stations, data collectors, and robotic instruments, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Collect, verify, and document field data with a high level of accuracy and completeness for use in project deliverables.
• Coordinate daily activities, schedules, and site logistics for survey operations to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Ensure all survey work complies with project requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Review field notes and survey data to confirm accuracy, consistency, and completeness before submission.
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and address field-related issues.
• Maintain survey vehicles, equipment, and supplies in good working order, reporting and addressing any maintenance needs promptly.
• Enforce company safety procedures in the field and actively participate in jobsite safety meetings to promote a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in land surveying, including boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Strong proficiency in operating survey instruments such as GPS units, total stations, data collectors, and robotic instruments.
• Hands-on experience with topographic surveys and construction-related surveying activities.
• Ability to accurately collect, verify, and document field survey data and maintain detailed field notes.
• Knowledge of land surveying principles, practices, and standards applicable to civil and construction projects.
• Experience working with total stations and related equipment, including systems such as Leica.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate daily field activities, schedules, and site logistics.
• Effective communication skills to interact with Project Managers, clients, contractors, and field crew members.
• Commitment to enforcing and following safety procedures on jobsites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related civil discipline.
• Experience in construction environments and familiarity with construction layout requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on survey equipment.
• Capability to manage multiple field tasks and adapt to changing project needs.Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and guidance to crew members.

Work Environment

This role is primarily performed on site in the field, supporting civil and construction-related survey projects. A work vehicle is provided for travel to and from job locations, and travel time to the job site is covered. The work vehicle may be dropped off at the office or taken home, depending on operational needs. The position is hourly, with eligibility for overtime pay. The environment involves regular use of survey equipment such as GPS units, total stations, data collectors, and robotic instruments, and requires adherence to safety procedures and participation in jobsite safety meetings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rutherford, NJ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Medical, vision, dental, 401

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rutherford, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rutherford,NJ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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