Survey Crew Chief

Baird, Hampton & Brown, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable engineering seeks a full-time Survey Crew Chief. You will guide a survey team performing a variety of field surveys utilizing advanced surveying technologies. Duties include supervising crew members, conducting surveys, and ensuring safety compliance for various projects, including land development and utilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience as Crew Chief in various survey types.
• Experience with Trimble equipment and Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys and lead a crew, ensuring safety and accuracy.
• Prepare detailed field notes and reports, transferring data to the office.
• Act as site safety leader, ensuring crew safety and adherence to policies.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Tools

Trimble GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Data Collectors

Job description

At Baird, Hampton & Brown, our mission is building partners through creative, sustainable engineering solutions, and honest, long-term relationships. With over 30 years in the business, we understand that a solid foundation is necessary in every aspect of what we do. We support our team members in pursuing excellence in their fields and balancing their lives. We serve our clients with integrity, communication, and involvement at every stage. As a team member, you can trust BHB to champion our core values, which leads to healthy, mutually beneficial relationships as well as services of the highest caliber.

We are currently seeking a full-time, non-exempt Survey Crew Chief to guide a survey team. As a Survey Crew Chief, you will play a key role in performing accurate and efficient field surveys for a variety of projects – from land development and transportation to utilities, energy, and more. You will utilize GPS, robotic surveying, and laser scanning technologies to contribute to BHB’s goals. Your tasks include abstract research, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Boundary and Easement Surveys, construction staking, volume calculations, design surveys, tree surveys, topographic mapping, UAS, and utility mapping.

In this role, you can expect to perform the following tasks. This is not an exhaustive list:

• Independently conduct field surveys or lead a crew, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and safety within scope and budget.
• Supervise and mentor survey crew members, fostering a positive team environment.
• Use Trimble GPS, Robotic Total Stations, Data Collectors, GNSS, and other equipment for data collection and construction layouts.
• Perform in-field calculations, construction stakeouts, prepare cut sheets, and verify data accuracy, collaborating with office staff as needed.
• Prepare detailed field notes, daily reports, and transfer digital data and photos to the office.
• Interact professionally with project site supervisors and clients, providing high-quality service and communication.
• Act as site safety leader, promoting health and safety policies, reviewing hazards, PPE requirements, and ensuring crew safety.
• Maintain and operate survey vehicles and equipment responsibly according to company procedures.

We require:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Crew Chief in boundary, topographic, ALTA, TXDOT, or construction staking surveys.
• Experience with Trimble Robotic Total Stations, Data Collectors, and GPS equipment.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with ability to drive a company vehicle in the DFW Metroplex.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team under tight deadlines and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

It helps to have:

• Strong planning and problem-solving skills, with initiative to identify and resolve issues in the field.
• High attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a safety-first mindset.

Physical Demands & Environment

This role involves strenuous activities, including standing, walking, hiking, lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, squatting, digging, and reaching overhead. Activities include driving stakes with a sledgehammer and operating a machete or brush hook. Exposure to environmental elements such as heat, cold, sun, rain, wind, poison ivy, wildlife, water, and pollen is expected.

Travel

Local travel to project sites is required, with a company vehicle provided. Occasional overnight travel may be requested.

Position Type and Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position, with a 40-hour workweek. Flexible scheduling options are available, including five 8-hour days or four 10-hour days. Overtime is not required but may be requested.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid parental leave, PTO, and 401(k) matching. We support ongoing learning through training, mentorship, memberships, licensure, and leadership development. More details will be provided during the interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.