Survey Crew Chief

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

Job Location and Details

Location: Charlotte, NC, USA

Category: Survey / Geospatial

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

As a Survey Crew Chief for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Charlotte, NC office, you'll lead and participate in field survey operations supporting a variety of projects, including boundary surveys, ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys, topographic surveys, route surveys, and construction stakeout. You’ll work independently and with crew members under the direction of a Registered Professional Surveyor, ensuring accurate data collection and efficient field execution. You’ll operate survey equipment such as robotic total stations and GPS receivers, while maintaining detailed field notes, managing equipment, and upholding safety standards across all activities.

Key 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

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

Preferred Capabilities

• Experience working on ALTA/ACSM Land Title surveys and complex boundary determinations
• Familiarity with survey data processing or CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience training or mentoring junior field staff
• Strong coordination skills when working with multi-disciplinary project teams
• Experience supporting construction stakeout for commercial or infrastructure projects

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Performance bonus
• Company stock options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Work‑life balance initiatives

Equal Opportunity Employer

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.