Survey Crew Chief

Actalent; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Overtime opportunities

Diverse projects

Crew leadership

Growth opportunities

Modern survey tech

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field operations in North Florida, based in Gainesville. You will own projects, mentor crews, and work with GPS and survey technology in a trusted field leadership role.

You will coordinate activities, perform staking and surveys, and communicate with engineers and clients. This field-based role offers autonomy and growth within a respected surveying and engineering team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading survey crews or in a senior field surveying role.
• Experience with construction staking, boundary, ALTA, topographic, and land development surveys.
• Proficiency with Total Stations, GPS/GNSS, data collectors, and survey software.
• Ability to work independently and make informed field decisions.
• Strong understanding of survey procedures and calculations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise survey crews on various projects (transportation, commercial, industrial, utility, land development).
• Perform and oversee construction staking, boundary, ALTA, and topographic surveys.
• Coordinate daily field activities and ensure schedules are met.
• Operate GPS, Total Stations, data collectors, and survey software.
• Conduct field calculations and verify data accuracy before deliverables.
• Establish/re-establish survey control points and review deeds and easements.
• Communicate with engineers, clients, and contractors; mentor crew members.

Skills

Crew leadership

Independent field work

Communication skills

Survey procedures

Data interpretation

Driver's license

Tools

Total Stations

GPS/GNSS systems

Data collectors

Survey software

Job description

Survey Party Chief

FDOT & Land Development Projects | North Florida Territory

We're seeking a Survey Party Chief to lead field operations on some of North Florida's most visible transportation, commercial, industrial, utility, and land development projects. This is an opportunity for an experienced survey professional to take ownership of projects, lead a crew, and work with modern GPS and survey technology while enjoying the independence that comes with being a trusted field leader. Whether you're an established Party Chief looking for a better opportunity or an experienced Instrument Operator ready to step into a leadership role, this position offers a clear path to long-term growth within a respected surveying and engineering organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise survey crews on transportation, commercial, industrial, utility, warehouse, federal, and land development projects.
• Perform and oversee construction staking, boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and control surveys.
• Coordinate daily field activities, establish priorities, and ensure project schedules are met.
• Operate and manage GPS equipment, Total Stations, data collectors, and survey software.
• Perform field calculations and verify data accuracy before project deliverables are submitted.
• Establish and re-establish survey control points and benchmarks.
• Research deeds, easements, plats, right-of-way information, and historical survey records.
• Communicate directly with project engineers, clients, contractors, and internal survey teams.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, reports, and project documentation.
• Mentor crew members and promote a culture of safety, quality, and professionalism.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience leading survey crews or serving in a senior field surveying role.
• Experience with construction staking, boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and land development projects.
• Proficiency using Total Stations, GPS/GNSS systems, data collectors, and survey software.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in the field.
• Strong understanding of survey procedures, calculations, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Bonus Experience

• FDOT or transportation project experience.
• Utility, power, industrial, or large-scale commercial development projects.
• Experience training and developing junior survey personnel.
• Familiarity with boundary resolution, control networks, and advanced field calculations.

Why Join?

• Company truck provided, with the ability to take it home.
• Consistent workload with overtime opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types across North Florida.
• Opportunity to lead your own crew and have a direct impact on project success.
• Stable organization with long-term growth opportunities.
• Work with modern GPS, GNSS, robotic Total Station, and data collection technologies.
• Strong support from experienced survey and engineering teams.

Work Environment

This is a field-based position serving projects throughout North Florida and surrounding regions. Expect a mix of local and overnight travel, diverse project sites, and plenty of time outdoors. Survey crews typically work Monday through Friday with regular overtime opportunities, averaging 50-60 hours per week depending on project demands. The role offers a high level of independence, responsibility, and visibility, making it an excellent fit for survey professionals who enjoy working outside, solving problems in the field, and leading crews on complex projects. Ideal for an experienced Party Chief seeking greater autonomy or a senior Instrument Operator or Surveyor ready to take the next step into crew leadership. Company Truck Provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Gainesville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gainesville,FL.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.