Crew Chief | Manassas, VA

IMEG; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Employee wellness program

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Stock ownership options

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Crew Chief in Manassas, VA to lead daily field survey operations and support data collection for land surveying projects. You will direct field team members, perform boundary/topographic/construction stakeouts, and ensure safety and project alignment under supervision.

You will train team members on total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors, while maintaining organized field data and delivering accurate deliverables.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certificate in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering preferred.
• 4+ years in construction surveying; 8+ years preferred.
• Knowledge of surveying fundamentals and regional standards.
• Experience with modern survey equipment and methods.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel; MVR background check as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field crew operations for boundary, topographic, and stakeout surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment and data collection tools.
• Transfer files between data collection systems and project folders.
• Perform quality checks and manage project data and reports.

Skills

Field operations

Team leadership

Problem solving

Safety-conscious

Client relations

Oral and written communication

Travel readiness

Education

Associates degree or certificate in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Total Station

GPS

Data Collectors

Leica/Trimble equipment

Job description

Crew Chief | Manassas, VA

IMEG is hiring a Crew Chief in Manassas, VA, to lead daily survey field crew operations and support the collection of accurate field data for land surveying projects. In this role, you will direct assigned field team members, help complete boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout work, and provide survey assistance under the leadership of an Office Coordinator or Senior Crew Chief. You’ll also help keep field operations organized, safe, and aligned with project needs.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead and perform daily field crew operations for land surveying projects, including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction stakeouts
• Operate, maintain, and care for survey equipment, data collection tools, and other geodetic and reality capture equipment
• Transfer files between data collection systems and internal company project folders
• Perform quality checks and process field data, including downloading, maintaining, and verifying project data and reports while managing the database
• Maintain professional and productive working relationships with clients and coworkers
• Train field team members on the operation of survey equipment, including total station, GPS, levels, and data collectors used for field survey data collection
• Perform pre-field staking calculations and prepare as‑staked cutsheets and deliverables as needed
• Operate a company vehicle in support of field activities
• Follow safety and security procedures at all times

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology or Civil Engineering preferred
• 4 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the construction industry preferred
• Advanced knowledge of surveying fundamentals and procedures recognized in the region work is being performed
• Knowledge of modern survey equipment, devices, and methods
• Experience with Trimble, Leica Robotic Total Stations, Data Collectors and GPS preferred
• Problem solving techniques
• Knowledge of jurisdictional and industry requirements
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment
• Possesses oral and written communication skills
• Ability to professionally represent IMEG
• RPLS/SI preferred but not required
• Ability to collect field data in an organized, neat and professional manner for boundary, topographic, design and construction stakeout projects.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to be insured by IMEG carrier; must consent to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check
• Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

All weather year round outdoor work environment with seasonal conditions including extreme heat index and wind‑chill/low temperatures. Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 50 pounds. Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull. Will have exposure to loud noises.

Why Join Us

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Surveyor & SUE Team Highlights

• IMEG’s survey group of 100+ professionals provides responsive and reliable surveying solutions
• The team has experience with topographic surveys, subsurface utility surveys, geodetic and boundary surveys, right‑of‑way mapping, and land acquisition services
• IMEG’s survey team serves both private and public clients, including municipalities, DOTs, and federal agencies
• IMEG’s Subsurface Utility Engineering professionals deliver accurate investigations and quality mapping of underground utilities to support design and conflict mitigation
• By identifying utility locations early, IMEG’s SUE services help reduce construction conflicts, delays, and safety hazards

Locations available

Manassas, VA Washington, DC

Salary Ranges (by jurisdiction, in compliance with local laws):

Salary Range: $24.00 - $30.00/hr Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at (http://www.imegcorp.com).

Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non‑merit‑based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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