Lead Field Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Massachusetts to lead field survey crews on boundary, topographic, construction, and other projects. You will plan and execute field surveys, ensure data accuracy, uphold safety standards, and serve as the primary field representative for teams and clients.

You will work with GNSS/GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and 3D scanners to deliver high-quality field data and mentor junior staff as part of a growing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field survey experience, with 2+ years as Crew Chief or equivalent.
• Proficient with data collectors, robotic instruments, total stations and leveling.
• Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanners.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision and able to work in inclement weather.
• Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform advanced field surveys within project scope and budget, using efficient methods.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
• Prepare accurate field notes and daily activity reports promptly.
• Perform in-field calculations for stakeout and various land surveys.
• Review safety checklists and guide crew on hazards and PPE.
• Maintain, transport, and operate survey instruments and the survey vehicle.
• Mentor and train junior field staff to support career growth.
• Projects include DOT design/ROW surveys, utility surveys, 3D scanning, boundary, and ALTA surveys.

Skills

Crew Chief experience

Field survey techniques

GNSS/GPS systems

Data collection with data collectors

3D scanner knowledge

Tools

Total stations

Robotic instruments

GNSS/GPS systems

Data collectors

Job description

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Massachusetts to lead field survey crews on boundary, topographic, construction, and other projects. You will plan and execute field surveys, ensure data accuracy, uphold safety standards, and serve as the primary field representative for teams and clients.

You will work with GNSS/GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and 3D scanners to deliver high-quality field data and mentor junior staff as part of a growing