Survey Crew Chief

Socket.dev; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision

Company Profit Sharing

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid professional association member

Job summary

OHM Advisors in Ohio seeks a Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveys and coordinate with Professional Surveyors. You will direct crew, manage schedules, ensure QA/QC, and maintain safety standards in the field.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 5 years land surveying experience, familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson, MicroStation, and GEOPAK, plus a valid driver’s license. This role blends field work with office tasks and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of land surveying experience.
• Must have experience in all types of surveying equipment and procedures.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work with Professional Surveyors to establish project plan and objectives, including timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule.
• Direct Survey Crew members by assigning responsibilities and overseeing all work performed by the Survey Crew, including checking calculations and notes.
• Understand project scope and convey requirements to the Survey Crew.
• Oversee survey work to ensure safe work environments by complying with health and safety plans.
• Provide technical expertise in topographic, construction, and boundary surveying techniques.
• Provide input on surveying and construction-related issues, procedures, practices, protocols, and methods.
• Ensure survey crew performance and provide leadership to field crews, including training and mentoring.
• May review QA/QC procedures as necessary.
• Perform survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys.

Skills

Mathematics

People management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson

MicroStation

GEOPAK

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson

MicroStation V8

GEOPAK

Job description

Comeworkfor OHM Advisors, theCommunityAdvancement firm.

With the singular mission ofAdvancing Communities, our diverse 800+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

The Survey Crew Chief is the foundation of the survey team, providing technical expertise with the survey equipment, software, standards, and data reporting. We are looking for a person who is willing to take on responsibility and stays current with technology. An engaged and driven technician is highly valued at OHM and a critical part of the team.

Your Responsibilities

• Work with Professional Surveyors to establish project plan and objectives, including timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule.
• Direct Survey Crew members by assigning responsibilities and overseeing all work performed by the Survey Crew, including checking calculations and notes.
• Understand project scope and convey requirements to the Survey Crew.
• Oversee survey work to ensure safe work environments by complying with the company and/or site-specific health and safety plans (e.g., proper personal protection equipment, obtaining and maintaining First Aid and CPR certification, etc.).
• Provide technical expertise in topographic, construction, and boundary surveying techniques.
• Provide input on surveying and construction-related issues, procedures, practices, protocols, and methods.
• Ensure survey crew performance and provide leadership to field crews, including training, supervising, coaching, and mentoring crew members and less-experienced crew chiefs.
• Has the authority to use assigned resources to meet timelines, schedules, budgets, and profit objectives.
• May review the quality control and quality assurance procedures, as necessary.
• Perform survey activities such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, profile, and cross-section surveys.
• Calculate parcel and lot line locations and/or easement lines using taxation information and/or title information.
• Prepare easement and right-of-way descriptions and documents, with drawings if required.
• Responsible for processing field data and reviewing field data from other crews.
• Perform physical tasks such as carrying and maneuvering up to 50 lbs. line clearing, pounding stakes, setting monuments, and locating critical underground objects.
• Record field notes legibly and accurately while following company standards and operating guidelines.
• Share project information and other field observations deemed pertinent to the project.
• Ability to work mainly in the field and in the office (when required).
• Understand state and local regulations regarding surveying standards and practices.
• Effectively communicate information to staff and leadership team.
• Checks accuracy of completed work and works with direct supervisor to ensure compliance with QA/QC program.

Requirements

Education, Experience & Licensure:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of land surveying experience.
• Must have experience in all types of surveying equipment and procedures.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license.

Technical Skills:

• Strong aptitude for mathematics, specifically trigonometry and geometry.
• Familiarity with DOT survey standards preferred.
• Proven ability to manage people and projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Physical requirements include indoor and outdoor work, various temperatures and weather conditions, driving, lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, kneeling, crawling, walking, sitting, and standing. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson, MicroStation V8, and GEOPAK.

Benefits

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on ourwebsite.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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