SURVEY CREW CHIEF

National Society of Professional Surveyors; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Survey Crew Chief to lead and supervise surveying projects. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Field Production Manager to gather essential data for maps and engineering designs. Your expertise will ensure the accuracy and quality of completed projects while fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. This position offers the opportunity to work outdoors in diverse environments, requiring both technical skills and effective communication. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the success of vital surveying projects.

Qualifications

• 5 years of surveying experience with 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of survey equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise survey crews and ensure data accuracy for projects.
• Perform boundary, utility, and construction surveys.

Skills

Survey Procedures

Robotic Total Stations

RTK/GPS Equipment

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Mathematics

Tools

Trimble Equipment

Leica Equipment

TDS Data Collectors

Carleson Data Collectors

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Survey Crew Chief is responsible for participating in and supervising crews engaged in surveying projects for clients of the organization. The Survey Crew Chief works directly with the Field Production Manager to collect data that will be used to prepare maps, plats, and engineering design files as well as working on various phases of projects from initial survey control, to staking new structures, and collecting as-built data. Providing a final quality control check on all completed projects is an important responsibility of this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Establishes and maintains working relationships with other employees, clients, contractors, and the general public
• Serves as CERM’s field representative to property owners when performing surveys on private property and along public rights-of-way
• Performs engineering design and as-built surveys, to include the collection of horizontal and vertical data of natural and man-made features, and providing detailed sketches of appropriate structures
• Performs construction-based surveys, to include establishing horizontal and vertical control networks, checking and staking required items from office-prepared calculations, performing field calculations from engineering plans
• Performs route surveys, to include right-of-way location, profiles, and cross-sections
• Performs boundary/ALTA surveys, to include the collection of all data needed to establish boundary lines and easements
• Performs utility surveys, to include locating utilities as per field evidence or per UPC/utility locator service markings, and obtaining invert, pipe size and material of various structures.
• Researches existing maps, plans, deeds, and plats
• Coordinates field activities with Field Production Manager, Project Manager, and other key personnel for schedules and project-specific requirements
• Downloads data collector files, provides copies of relevant field notes and sketches.
• Reviews finished survey with Field Production Manager, Project Manager, and other key personnel for accuracy
• Trains and directs the survey party in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner for the assigned task, to include providing a log of crew activities, and maintaining safety/clearance/security badges for field crew members
• Computes angles, distances, grades, etc. from maps, plans, layout sheets, and coordinate lists.
• Uses conventional total station and level, digital level, GPS unit, and data collector, to include appropriate field checks and adjustments
• Operates, organizes, and keeps track of maintenance of a company vehicle.
• Attends work on a regular, dependable schedule
• Performs duties as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

This is a partial listing of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list:

• Extensive knowledge of and training in survey procedures and use of survey equipment, safety equipment, and other miscellaneous tools and equipment
• Experience with Robotic Total Stations and RTK/GPS equipment, specifically Trimble and Leica units, with TDS, Leica, and Carleson Data Collectors and software
• Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD, and other surveying and office software
• Ability to pass drug screening and security/background checks, as may be required.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients of the company
• Ability to follow verbal and or written instructions
• Ability to meet deadlines while working under stress and handling stressful situations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5 years of experience in surveying including three years (3) of progressively responsible experience with a survey crew
• Experience with Robotic Total Stations and RTK/GPS equipment, specifically Trimble and Leica units, with TDS, Leica, and Carleson Data Collectors and software

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates Degree (A.A) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with course work in advanced mathematics including algebra and trigonometry drawing and drafting, is desirable
• AutoCAD/Micro-station Inroads experience is a plus
• DOT experience is preferred

LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Georgia driver’s license with acceptable driving record for the past three years
• Registration as a Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT)/ Georgia Registered Land Surveyor (RLS) is desirable, but not required
• Certification as a Georgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission Level 1A/1B Inspector or Level 2 Design Professional is desirable, but not required
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification is desirable, but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must regular lift/ move up to 25 pounds and infrequently lift/ move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk several miles in extreme weather conditions
• Stand, walk, use of hand finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Sit, climb/ balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly works in varying outside weather conditions where noise levels can be loud
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and exposed to fumes and airborne particles

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• ADAPTABILITY/FLEXIBILITY: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• COMMUNICATION: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills

CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.

Job Location: 2800 Century Parkway, Ste. 750, Atlanta, Georgia

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular