Survey Crew Chief

McClure Engineering Company; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McClure Engineering Company is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to support projects in the Iowa City metro and surrounding area. Training is available for candidates with construction or technical backgrounds, and collaboration with Project Managers and Engineers is expected.

The role emphasises field work, coordination, and safety, with opportunities to learn surveying fundamentals and pursue professional licensure as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in field or construction-related work preferred.
• Ability to obtain Land Survey Intern or Professional Registration.
• Valid driver’s license required to operate survey trucks.

Responsibilities

• Support field surveys and staking within defined scope.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Engineers to define needs.
• Assist in driving a Survey truck to job sites and back.
• Maintain professional demeanor and resolve on-site issues.

Skills

Field staking

Construction staking

Civil drawings

CAD

MS Office

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Reading diagrams

Driver's license

Learnable attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD

Job description

Description

Survey Crew Chief

McClure is currently searching for a Survey Crew Chief to help support projects in the Iowa City metro and the surrounding area! For individuals with a construction, technical or related background McClure is willing to train new team members alongside experienced Crew Chiefs. Whether you are experienced in survey or just starting out, this could be a great career path for you!

This position maintains constant contact with Project Managers and Engineers to ensure the scope of the field work needed is clearly defined and obtained.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform the Survey Crew Chief job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ideal candidate will have knowledge and full understanding of field staking procedures for land surveying, construction staking, and existing conditions survey.
• Candidates may be able to showcase ability to learn these skills from past technical experience or construction related careers
• Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the end result of field work as it relates to the finished design and the scope of the projects to limit scope and inform office of additional request.
• Knowledge in all aspects of earthworks, foundation construction, wall construction, site utilities and paving are preferred
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor with all staff.
• Strong ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of CAD, other Engineering/Technical skills and McClure-Drive Standards is preferred
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Ability to resolve conflicts that may arise while on survey site.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of civil drawings, construction processes and construction codes.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written or diagram form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willing to learn

Educational and/or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years related experience preferred, which can include a technical profession or construction related background
• Ability to obtain a Land Survey Intern or Professional Registration.
• Driver’s license required – this role will assist in driving a Survey truck to and from job sites

McClure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training