Survey Crew Chief

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Licensing/training support

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field crews and deliver accurate surveying services throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. The position offers opportunities for advancement and requires readiness to travel as needed.

The role involves planning daily fieldwork, interpreting plans and deeds, and mentoring junior technicians while operating advanced surveying equipment. A strong background in boundary and topographic surveys is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive land surveying field experience.
• Ability to lead independent survey crews and plan fieldwork.
• Proficiency with surveying equipment and field calculations.
• Willingness to travel throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey field crews performing boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, utility, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Plan daily fieldwork, review project documents, establish survey control, perform field calculations, and verify data accuracy.
• Operate robotic total stations, GNSS equipment, digital levels, data collectors, scanners, and related surveying technology.
• Prepare accurate field notes and documentation, maintain equipment, mentor field technicians, and communicate field issues to Survey Project Managers.

Skills

Field leadership

Surveying

Boundary surveys

Topographic surveys

ALTA/NSPS

Equipment operation

Education

CST/SIT certification

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson

Civil 3D

Leica

Job description

Survey Crew Chief

Join a Leading New Jersey Surveying Firm

We are seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field crews and deliver accurate, efficient surveying services throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. Join a team that provides the resources, training, and support needed to succeed.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead survey field crews performing boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, utility, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Plan daily fieldwork, review project documents, establish survey control, perform field calculations, and verify data accuracy.
• Operate robotic total stations, GNSS equipment, digital levels, data collectors, scanners, and related surveying technology.
• Prepare accurate field notes and documentation, maintain equipment, mentor field technicians, and communicate field issues to Survey Project Managers.

Job Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive land surveying field experience, including independent survey crew leadership.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, utility, as-built, and construction surveys, with the ability to interpret deeds, plans, maps, and specifications.
• Proficiency with modern surveying equipment and the ability to perform field calculations, evaluate survey control, and identify potential boundary or field conflicts.
• Valid driver's license, willingness to travel throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas, ability to lift 50+ pounds, work outdoors in varying conditions, and work overtime or occasional overnight assignments as needed.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with AutoCAD, Carlson, Civil 3D, Leica, or similar surveying software and equipment.
• Associate or bachelor's degree, CST/SIT certification, or related professional training and development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range - 75-90k
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, with overtime opportunities based on project needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, professional license/training support, and paid vacation, holidays, and leave.