Senior Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)/Roth matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design in Columbia, MD is seeking a Senior Survey Crew Chief to lead field missions and complete a range of surveying projects with high-precision data collection.

The role requires 8 years of field survey experience, at least 5 years as a Party Chief, and proficiency with total stations, GPS methods, and data collectors. Travel and inclement weather readiness are expected.

Qualifications

• 8 years of field survey experience and at least 5 years as Party Chief.
• Proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques and coding, robotic instruments, total stations and leveling.
• Knowledge of GPS control methods.
• Experience with boundary surveys and ALTA surveys.
• Able to learn 3D scanning.
• LSIT preferred.
• FAA 107 drone license preferred.
• Must be a self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews and work both independently and in teams to complete field missions.
• Complete diverse surveys including ROW/Easement, utility surveys, 3D scanning, boundary and ALTA surveys.
• Perform construction layout, topographic surveys, aerial ground control surveys and more.

Skills

Leadership

Self-starter

English proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

LSIT preferred

Survey Coursework preferred

FAA 107 drone license preferred

Tools

Data collectors

Robotic instruments

Total stations

GPS control methods

3D scanning

Job description

Overview

Join the dynamic Survey/Geospatial team at Colliers Engineering & Design in Columbia, MD! We’re looking for a driven, adaptable Senior Survey Crew Chief who can follow direction and think independently. Help us capture high-precision data from the air, ground, and subsurface using cutting-edge technology—faster, safer, and more accurately than ever. Accelerate your career and grow into a geospatial industry leader with us!

Responsibilities

• This position requires proactive initiative and is for a leadership role in the field. You will be expected to function on a team and at times independently to complete field missions.
• Must be able to complete a diverse range of survey projects including but not limited to: ROW/Easement surveys; utility surveys; 3D scanning; horizontal and vertical control surveys; construction layout; topographic surveys; aerial ground control surveys; Boundary and ALTA surveys for residential, commercial and government projects.

Qualifications

• 8 years of field survey experience and at least 5 years of experience as a Party Chief, or equivalent knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Survey and Mapping specifications and standards.
• Candidates must be proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques and coding, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations and leveling.
• Expected to have knowledge of proper GPS control methods and techniques.
• Well-versed in boundary surveys and a thorough understanding of the pertinent physical and possession evidence to be documented and collected in the field.
• Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanning.
• Enrollment in or completed survey related coursework preferred.
• LSIT preferred.
• Candidate must be a self-starter, with little need for supervision once provided with a work assignment.
• FAA 107 drone license preferred.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather.
• Willingness to travel.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Pre-employment drug screen

Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.

Compensation

$32-$45 per hour (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.