Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional license bonuses

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Crew Chief to join our growing Survey team in College Station, TX. The role leads field crews and coordinates terrestrial and boundary surveys for residential and commercial properties.

You will operate Total Stations, GNSS gear, and 3D scanners while ensuring data quality and safety compliance. A strong self-starter with survey leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Prior crew chief experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, field notes, total stations and leveling.
• Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanners.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; MVR will be checked.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for communications and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead one, two or three-person crews.
• Perform surveys: design, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, right-of-way, aerial ground control.
• Plan and perform field surveys within project scope and budget.
• Supervise and direct other crew members when needed.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field reps.
• Prepare accurate field notes and daily activity reports.

Skills

Survey leadership

Data collection tech

Total stations

GNSS

3D scanners

English literacy

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Total Stations

Data Collector

GNSS

3D Scanners

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Crew Chief to join our growing Survey team in College Station, TX.

Our professionals perform terrestrial and boundary surveys, construction stakeouts and as-built surveys for existing and new residential and commercial properties. Our capabilities also include the use of hi-definition laser scanners which enable our surveyors to collect data from a multitude of subjects including complex facilities, buildings and assets, bridges, structures, and roadways all of which depend upon our specialized measurement equipment and experienced operators.

Responsibilities

• This position may include work as a leader of one, two or three-person crews.
• Survey projects include design surveys, right-of-way surveys, topographic surveys, aerial ground control, boundary and ALTA/NSPS surveys.
• Plan and perform an increased variety of field surveys within the defined project scope and budget, using the most efficient methods, and in accordance with applicable standards of practice.
• May supervise and direct other survey crew members.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
• Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports of daily activity in a timely manner.
• Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with moderate assistance from office support team.
• Prepare cut sheets for construction assignments as needed. Review and determine the validity of data collection.
• Demonstrate initiative in analyzing and developing solutions to issues encountered on projects.
• Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual.
• Maintain, transport, and operate the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Adhere to corporate and client Health and Safety program(s) and all applicable SOPs.
• Prepare or receive from the PM, the Health, and Safety Checklists. Review and instruct other crew personnel on all safety hazards, PPE, etc. associated with the work being performed.
• Use and instruct others to properly use Total Stations, Data Collector, GNSS, and other specialized survey equipment to collect data.
• Electronically transfer field data files, photos and associated forms to office team daily.
• Mentor field survey staff to facilitate advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Prior crew chief experience is a plus.
• Candidates must be proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations and leveling.
• Experience with or the ability to learn the use of 3D scanners.
• Candidate must be a self-starter, with little need for supervision once provided with a work assignment.
• 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.

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

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.