Field Survey Team Lead

SAM; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Cellphone stipend

Perks at Work discounts

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveys, manage data collection, and coordinate with engineers and project managers. The role requires strong leadership, endurance for outdoor work, and excellent communication.

The candidate should have 5+ years in surveying, plus crew-chief experience. Expect field travel, intensive data handling, and adherence to safety standards as part of a dynamic team at SAM.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying industry experience.
• Crew chief experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for field operations.
• Determine efficient data acquisition plan for surveys.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project specs.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, and technicians.
• Interact with client representatives and landowners.
• Travel and stay out of town as needed.
• Document field notes, sketches, and communications.
• Prepare daily reports and time sheets.
• Maintain surveying vehicles and field equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor endurance

Data interpretation

Driving license

Tools

Trimble equipment

GNSS receivers

3D laser scanners

Data radios/modems

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveys, manage data collection, and coordinate with engineers and project managers. The role requires strong leadership, endurance for outdoor work, and excellent communication.

The candidate should have 5+ years in surveying, plus crew-chief experience. Expect field travel, intensive data handling, and adherence to safety standards as part of a dynamic team at SAM.