Lead Field Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design in Massachusetts is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveys on a range of projects including boundary, topographic, construction, transportation, utility, and land development. You will guide field crews, ensure accuracy, safety, and client communication, and serve as the primary field representative for projects.

Utilize GNSS/GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and 3D scanners to collect and deliver high-quality field data, mentoring junior

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field survey experience and 2+ years as Crew Chief.
• Proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, total stations and leveling.
• Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanners.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Willingness to travel.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform advanced field surveys within project scope and budget, using efficient methods per standards.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
• Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports promptly.
• Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with minimal office support.
• Review safety checklists and instruct crew on hazards and PPE.
• Maintain, transport, and operate surveying instruments and equipment.
• Operate survey vehicle according to company policy.
• Mentor and train junior field staff to support career growth.
• Projects include State DOT design/ROW surveys, utility, 3D scanning, topographic, boundary and ALTA surveys.

Skills

Lead field survey operations

Mentor junior staff

Tools

Data collectors

Robotic total stations

Total stations

3D scanners

Field notes

Job description

Colliers Engineering & Design in Massachusetts is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveys on a range of projects including boundary, topographic, construction, transportation, utility, and land development. You will guide field crews, ensure accuracy, safety, and client communication, and serve as the primary field representative for projects.

Utilize GNSS/GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and 3D scanners to collect and deliver high-quality field data, mentoring junior