Crew Chief | Manassas, VA

IMEG Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement assistance

Job summary

IMEG Corporation is looking for a Crew Chief in Washington, DC, to oversee daily operations of surveying field crews. You will direct crew activities and ensure accurate data collection for surveying projects.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of surveying principles, a minimum of 4 years in construction, and proficiency in modern survey equipment. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Field Crew operations for surveying.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment.
• Perform quality checks on collected data.

Skills

Knowledge of surveying fundamentals and procedures

Experience with Trimble and Leica Robotic Total Stations

Problem-solving techniques

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate’s degree or certificate in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

GPS devices

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

Are you ready to engineer your career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first and are a 100% employee‑owned organization.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Crew Chief for our Manassas, VA office. The Crew Chief will lead daily operations of all surveying field crew activities, directing crew members to acquire survey data and complete assigned land surveying field projects.

Principal Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Field Crew operations to provide data for boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout surveys.
• Operate, maintain, and care for survey equipment and data‑collection hardware.
• Transfer files between data collection devices and internal company project folders.
• Perform quality checks and process field data, download and verify accuracy of project reports, and manage the database.
• Maintain professional and productive relationships with all clients and coworkers.
• Train individuals to operate survey equipment including total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors.
• Perform pre‑field staking calculations and prepare as‑staked cut sheets and deliverables.
• Operate a company vehicle.
• Observe safety and security procedures.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of surveying fundamentals and procedures.
• 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 outdoors.
• Strong 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.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by IMEG carrier; consent to a Motor Vehicle Record background check.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree or certificate in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience, 8 years preferred, in the construction industry.

Physical Requirements

• All‑weather outdoor work year‑round with seasonal conditions including extreme heat and high wind‑chill.
• Regularly sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, and grasp or pull.
• Exposure to loud noises.

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Pay Range: $24–30 per hour. Pay may vary by location and factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. IMEG provides health insurance, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Benefits

Benefits include generous paid time off, flexible schedule, tuition reimbursement assistance, and enrollment in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, parental status, ethnicity, hair type, citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran status, political affiliation, non‑merit‑based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and conforms to the spirit and letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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