Field Survey Crew Chief — Lead & Grow (Flexible Hours)

GRAEF; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Leadership Development

Hybrid schedule

Free parking

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, seeks a Survey Crew Chief to work primarily in the field with periodic office tasks at our Milwaukee HQ. The role focuses on leading a survey crew, supervising multi-person teams on boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys.

You will operate GPS and robotic total stations, collect field data, and ensure safety and accuracy. A minimum of 5 years in field surveying with crew chief experience is required, along with a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of field surveying experience with at least 1 year as crew chief.
• Proficiency with GPS, robotic total stations, and related survey instruments.
• Reading and interpreting construction plans and legal descriptions.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead a one-person survey crew and supervise multi-person crews on boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment (GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, levels).
• Collect and record field notes, sketches, and digital data for office processing.
• Ensure crew safety by following company and industry standards.
• Train and mentor crew members in field procedures and equipment use.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify project requirements and resolve field issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Field procedures

Reading plans

Education

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or intent to pursue

Tools

GPS

Robotic total stations

Data collectors

Survey instruments

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, seeks a Survey Crew Chief to work primarily in the field with periodic office tasks at our Milwaukee HQ. The role focuses on leading a survey crew, supervising multi-person teams on boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys.

You will operate GPS and robotic total stations, collect field data, and ensure safety and accuracy. A minimum of 5 years in field surveying with crew chief experience is required, along with a valid driver’s