Field Survey Crew Lead

Keeley Construction Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Companies is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead our Geospatial Group’s field operations in St. Louis, MO.

You will supervise a survey crew, set up GPS and total stations, and ensure data accuracy and complete documentation for project records. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in land surveying with leadership experience, proficiency in Trimble equipment, AutoCAD and MS Office, and a solid understanding of field safety and regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Typically 3-5 years of experience in land surveying and/or construction layout, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Electrical, Structural and Civil plan reading experience, a plus.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft office experience, a plus.
• Trimble equipment experience, required.
• Experience with boundary, topographic, construction staking, and ALTA/NSPS surveys.
• Proficiency in GPS units, total stations, levels, and data collectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a field survey crew in conducting topographic, construction staking, and other land surveys.
• Set up and operate GPS equipment, total stations, levels, and other surveying instruments.
• Ensure accurate data collection, including measurements, angles, and elevations.
• Prepare and submit detailed survey reports, including sketches, maps, and digital data files.
• Maintain organized records of survey activities and findings.
• Coordinate daily tasks and schedules for the survey crew to meet project deadlines.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders regarding requirements and progress.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Data collection

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor degree in surveying/geomatics/civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Trimble equipment

GPS units

Total stations

Job description

Keeley Companies is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead our Geospatial Group’s field operations in St. Louis, MO.

You will supervise a survey crew, set up GPS and total stations, and ensure data accuracy and complete documentation for project records. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in land surveying with leadership experience, proficiency in Trimble equipment, AutoCAD and MS Office, and a solid understanding of field safety and regulations.