Lead Survey Crew Chief — Field Ops & QA

DCCM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plan options

Dental & vision plans

Company-paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Alternative work schedules

Job summary

DCCM is seeking a dedicated Crew Chief for its Survey team in Houston, TX. You will oversee field operations, ensure QA/QC, and assist with engineering design duties.

Bring 5–10 years of survey leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Leica GPS systems. Responsibilities include supervising staff on site, performing diverse surveys for public and private clients, and ensuring timely, accurate data processing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of survey crew chief experience including land boundary and topographic surveying.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Proficient with TXDOT Standards/Code lists and other survey requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills and project management ability.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

Responsibilities

• Leads the field survey team in the field and supervises staff on survey tasks.
• Performs ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys, Route, Topographic, Construction Staking, and Transportation surveys for public and private clients.
• Performs complex surveying calculations using calculator, laptop, and software.
• Adheres to QA/QC procedures and notetaking.
• Follows work orders from project managers.
• Proficient with Leica GPS and Robotic Total Stations.
• Drives company vehicle to and from worksites.
• Reviews and organizes project information and electronic files.
• Completes tasks timely and maintains company standards in field procedures.

Skills

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Project organization

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Leica GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Job description

DCCM is seeking a dedicated Crew Chief for its Survey team in Houston, TX. You will oversee field operations, ensure QA/QC, and assist with engineering design duties.

Bring 5–10 years of survey leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Leica GPS systems. Responsibilities include supervising staff on site, performing diverse surveys for public and private clients, and ensuring timely, accurate data processing.