Field Survey Crew Chief - Lead, Deliver Precise Data

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Norwell, MA (also consider Boston, MA or Hartford, CT) to oversee day-to-day field activities supporting transportation projects. You will lead field crews, ensure accurate data collection, and coordinate tasks with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of surveying experience, strong leadership and communication, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and MS Office. Travel and outdoor work are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of surveying practices, field procedures, and industry standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD and Micro Station preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead field crew members through daily survey assignments, ensuring safe, efficient field operations and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Perform record research, construction stakeout, boundary, topographic, transportation, and utility surveys using total stations, data collectors, and GPS.
• Review plans, documents, and project materials to plan and execute surveying tasks and establish goals.
• Create and verify field sketches and computations related to traversing, map interpretation, and layout.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma required

Associate/Bachelor preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Norwell, MA (also consider Boston, MA or Hartford, CT) to oversee day-to-day field activities supporting transportation projects. You will lead field crews, ensure accurate data collection, and coordinate tasks with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of surveying experience, strong leadership and communication, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and MS Office. Travel and outdoor work are expected as needed.