Land Survey Crew Chief

Pennoni; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead field surveying operations on land projects including boundary, topographic, and construction staking. You will manage a crew, ensure correct procedures, and gather accurate field data.

The role requires 4+ years of land surveying experience, a clean driving record, and proficiency with total stations, GPS, and robotic instruments. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in Land Surveying and/or Construction.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record for field-based roles.
• Completion of relevant Surveying training and active credentials (LSIT or similar) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Field Operations: Direct a survey crew in surveys for boundary, topographic, construction, and engineering land surveying projects.
• Technical Proficiency: Operate and maintain total stations, data collectors, GPS systems, and robotic instruments.
• Data Collection: Gather field data using conventional, robotic, GPS, and aerial/drone technology.
• Equipment Management: Calibrate surveying instruments such as prisms, total stations, auto-levels, and EDM devices.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed field notes and sketches to support survey calculations.

Skills

Field leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Leica Geosystems

Trimble Geospatial

Robotic Total Stations

HDLS equipment

Job description

Pennoni is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to join our field surveying operations in the Raleigh, NC area. In this role, you will be Responsible for the daily operation of a survey crew on a wide range of land surveying projects (geodetic, boundary, topographic, and construction staking).

Primary Responsibilities

As a Survey Crew Chief, you will manage all field operations on assigned projects, ensure proper surveying procedures are followed, obtain accurate data collection, efficient field operations, clear documentation, and adherence to project specifications. This position requires strong field leadership, technical survey knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work in outdoor environments across varying site conditions.

Your Duties Will Include

• Lead Field Operations: Direct a survey crew in surveys for boundary, topographic, construction, and engineering land surveying projects.
• Technical Proficiency: The ability to operate and maintain total stations, data collectors, GPS systems, and robotic instruments.
• Data Collection: Gather field data using diverse methods, including conventional, robotic, Global Positioning System (GPS), and aerial/drone technology.
• Equipment Management: Adjust and calibrate surveying instruments such as prisms, total stations, auto-levels, and electronic distance-measuring equipment.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed field notes and sketches to support complex survey calculations, i.e., field notes, sketches, and calculations typically associated with leveling, traversing, drainage structure inventories, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, and cross-section surveys.
• Team Leadership: Instruct and train crew members (up to 2 people) on proper surveying methods, demonstrate proper equipment usage and maintenance procedures, and ensure adherence to all required field safety procedures.
• Quality Control: Perform on-site computations and rigorous QA/QC checks to ensure accuracy.
• Field Mobility: Safely operate ATVs, UTVs, or similar vehicles as required by project site conditions.
• Customer Excellence: Deliver high-quality work products that reflect Pennoni's commitment to superior customer service.

Basic Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Experience: 4+ years of professional experience in Land Surveying and/or Construction.
• Compliance: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record (required for field-based roles).

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership: Proven experience leading a field crew is strongly preferred.
• Credentials: Completion of relevant Surveying training; active Survey credentials (LSIT or similar) are a plus.
• Advanced Tech: Experience with Leica Geosystems (HW/SW), Trimble Geospatial (HW/SW), Robotic Total Stations (RTS), and Faro High-Definition Laser Scanning (HDLS) equipment.
• Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and GIS applications.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and mathematical abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a self-motivated environment.