Lead Field Survey Crew Chief

Gdbgeospatial; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide geospatial leader hiring a field-level supervisor to oversee land survey crews in multiple project types including boundary, topographic, and construction layout. You will interpret drawings, coordinate with project managers, and ensure data quality and timely reporting on-site and in office as needed.

The role requires extensive outdoor work, travel to project locations, and strong leadership and technical skills with GNSS, total stations, and 3D

Qualifications

• 5+ years field surveying experience
• Experience supervising survey crews or teams preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet MVR standards
• Competent with Trimble equipment and field data collection

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for daily field operations (boundary, topographic, construction layout)
• Plan efficient data acquisition strategies for field surveys
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications
• Communicate progress with project managers, engineers, and technicians
• Maintain field notes, sketches, and required paperwork
• Travel to project locations as needed; per diem provided

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Geomatics/Geospatial (preferred)

Tools

Trimble equipment

GNSS receivers

Total stations

3D laser scanners

Data radios

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide geospatial leader hiring a field-level supervisor to oversee land survey crews in multiple project types including boundary, topographic, and construction layout. You will interpret drawings, coordinate with project managers, and ensure data quality and timely reporting on-site and in office as needed.

The role requires extensive outdoor work, travel to project locations, and strong leadership and technical skills with GNSS, total stations, and 3D