Senior Survey Crew Chief - Boundary & ALTA Specialist

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Profit sharing

Performance bonus

Company stock options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Work‑life balance initiatives

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Charlotte, NC to lead field survey operations across boundary, ALTA/ACSM, topographic, route, and construction surveys.

You will work under a Registered Professional Surveyor, ensuring precise data collection and efficient field execution. You will operate robotic total stations and GPS receivers, maintain field notes and equipment, and promote safety standards while coordinating with project managers and office staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a survey crew chief or in a similar field leadership role.
• Proficiency operating GPS survey equipment, robotic total stations, and electronic data collectors.
• Knowledge of land surveying principles, techniques, and standard field practices.
• Experience interpreting construction plans, specifications, and boundary documentation.
• Familiarity with computer-aided drafting concepts and survey data workflows.
• Understanding of construction layout procedures and civil engineering fundamentals.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and field safety practices.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey crews in the execution of boundary, ALTA/ACSM, topographic, route, and construction surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment, including robotic total stations and GPS receivers.
• Collect accurate field data, including measurements, notes, and sketches, to support survey deliverables.
• Ensure efficient daily field operations, including task planning, crew coordination, and adherence to project requirements.
• Maintain and inspect survey equipment and vehicles to ensure proper working condition.
• Follow and promote health and safety standards and standard operating procedures in all field activities.
• Coordinate with project managers, surveyors, and office staff to support project completion.

Skills

GPS survey equipment

Robotic total stations

Electronic data collectors

Safety standards

Construction layout

Drivers license

Team leadership

ALTA/ACSM surveys

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in Charlotte, NC to lead field survey operations across boundary, ALTA/ACSM, topographic, route, and construction surveys.

You will work under a Registered Professional Surveyor, ensuring precise data collection and efficient field execution. You will operate robotic total stations and GPS receivers, maintain field notes and equipment, and promote safety standards while coordinating with project managers and office staff.