Land Survey – Crew Chief

Abaci Consulting Inc; Grimes (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A land surveying firm is seeking a full-time Land Survey - Crew Chief in Iowa. The role involves leading a survey crew, reviewing project scopes, and working outdoors. Candidates must have over 5 years of land survey experience, strong communication skills, and a high school diploma or GED. This position offers a chance to work on land survey and construction staking projects in Central Iowa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years land survey experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and insured.
• Prior knowledge of civil engineering and/or construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field survey crew team and report to the Land Survey Director.
• Review project scope to determine needs and ensure job accuracy.
• Operate survey equipment to accurately collect field data.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CAD

Job description

LAND SURVEY - CREW CHIEF

Abaci Consulting, Inc. is seeking a full-time Land Survey - Crew Chief to join our team in Grimes, Iowa. Prior land survey experience is required in order to lead land survey and construction staking projects in the Des Moines metro and throughout Central Iowa.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Land Survey - Crew Chief you will function as the leader of a field survey crew team and report to the Land Survey Director. This will include reviewing project scope to determine needs and ensure job accuracy. You will be required to communicate with contractors and developers on-site, operate survey equipment to accurately and efficiently collect field data, and provide technical assistance to crew members. You must be willing to work outdoors and perform physical tasks while maintaining a professional, positive attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years land survey experience required
• High School diploma or GED
• Mechanical/math aptitude
• Strong communication and time-management skills
• Valid driver’s license and insured
• Prior knowledge of CAD, civil engineering and/or construction industry preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to carry at least 40 pounds over various terrain
• Occasionally lift at least 80 pounds

ABOUT US

Mark McMurphy, PE, PLS, is the President and CEO of Abaci Consulting, Inc. He has directed the company from the outset and has over 30 years of site civil experience in Central Iowa. Our mission is to enhance our community through civil engineering and land surveying services. We value our client's success, their time and budget and deliver service with honesty, integrity and teamwork.

To learn more, visit www.abaciconsulting.com.

This is a non-management position. This is a full time position.