Field Survey Crew Lead

Atwell, LLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible schedules

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Student loan support

Annual Wellness reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Health savings account

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations across residential, commercial, and large-scale projects. You will oversee boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys, using Trimble equipment to capture precise data.

Join a company investing in training, leadership development, and clear career pathways with mentorship from senior survey leaders as you grow toward senior roles like Project Surveyor and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Proven expertise in construction staking, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, topographic, boundary, and as-built surveys.
• Trimble equipment experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders.
• Proactive approach to solving problems and getting work done right.
• Willingness to travel overnight occasionally (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Start your day in a company-provided truck, heading to project sites that make a visible impact.
• Lead boundary, topographic, construction layout, and as-built surveys for land development projects.
• Operate Trimble total stations, GPS, and data collectors to capture high-quality data.
• Double-check field calculations to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Establish and locate vertical and horizontal control points with precision.
• Record detailed field notes and prepare accurate as-built documentation.
• Maintain your assigned equipment and vehicle with professionalism and pride.
• Work independently or guide a team member through the day’s layout and setup.
• Solve on-site challenges, interpret plans, and communicate clearly with contractors and engineers.
• Follow Atwell’s safety protocols and quality standards on every job.
• Take part in paid training, leadership development, and structured career pathing programs to advance your skills.

Skills

Surveying experience

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Tools

Trimble equipment

Job description

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations across residential, commercial, and large-scale projects. You will oversee boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys, using Trimble equipment to capture precise data.

Join a company investing in training, leadership development, and clear career pathways with mentorship from senior survey leaders as you grow toward senior roles like Project Surveyor and beyond.