Field Survey Crew Lead

Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc.; Wescosville (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical plan options

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations from our Allentown, PA office.

You will supervise boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys, coordinating daily field activities and ensuring data accuracy for project deliverables. The role requires 3+ years in land surveying with field leadership, proficiency in GPS, total stations, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Carlson software, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of land surveying experience with field leadership responsibilities.
• SIT certification preferred; pursuing certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D; Carlson software is a plus.
• Solid understanding of survey calculations, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to interpret survey data, maps, and legal descriptions.
• Strong attention to detail and leadership abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys.
• Plan and coordinate daily field activities for assigned survey projects.
• Operate GPS units, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Collect, review, process, and verify field data for accuracy, completeness, and use in project deliverables.
• Perform survey calculations including coordinate geometry, traversing, elevations, and leveling.
• Maintain clear, complete, and accurate field notes and survey documentation.
• Interpret plans, maps, deeds, legal descriptions, and other project information.
• Assist with deed and land record research as needed.
• Work closely with Professional Land Surveyors, project managers, engineers, and other team members.
• Assist with survey maps, plats, and drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Follow applicable Pennsylvania surveying regulations and KCE standards.
• Maintain survey equipment and help ensure equipment is properly cared for and calibrated.
• Promote and enforce safe field practices and participate in company safety initiatives.
• Provide direction, training, and support to junior members of the survey crew.

Skills

Leadership

GPS equipment

Total stations

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson software

Survey calculations

Communication

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying

SIT certification preferred

Tools

GPS equipment

Total stations

Levels

Data collectors

Job description

Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations from our Allentown, PA office.

You will supervise boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys, coordinating daily field activities and ensuring data accuracy for project deliverables. The role requires 3+ years in land surveying with field leadership, proficiency in GPS, total stations, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Carlson software, plus a valid driver’s license.