Survey Crew Chief

McKim & Creed; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned firm that prioritizes its people and community impact. As a Survey Crew Chief, you will lead a field survey crew, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and safety while contributing to meaningful projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and collaborative environment, where your contributions directly influence the communities we serve. With competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values respect and continuous improvement, this position is perfect for those looking to elevate their career in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Team Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in survey field operations, including 1 year as a crew chief.
• Strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate a field survey crew ensuring quality and safety.
• Organize field work and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Survey Equipment Proficiency

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Total Stations

Data Collectors

GPS Equipment

Job description

At McKim & Creed, we are an employee-owned firm with more than 800 employees in offices throughout the U.S. including NC, SC, FL, VA, GA, TX, LA and PA with a culture centered around “People Helping People” grounded by our core values (1) respect for people, (2) customer satisfaction, (3) continuous improvement, (4) safety and (5) ownership, which drives our mission to deliver exceptional engineering and geomatics solutions. We are a leading top 150 ENR-ranked firm seeking highly motivated Survey Crew Chief inspired to elevate and grow your career to the next level.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay: + paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave.
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live, work, and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE:

• Responsible for the operation of a field survey crew.
• Major objectives are the quality (accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, meets regulatory requirements, public relations) of work, safety, meeting schedules, within budgets, and responsive service to clients.
• Organize field work, direct crew members, maintain a safe work environment, protect and maintain the equipment and vehicles, accurately and efficiently collect field data and locate features, deliver data to the office, maintain accurate records of work and expenses.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Requires a lot of walking outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years progressive experience in survey field operations with no less than 1 year as a survey crew chief.
• Good technical skills: behavioral traits of process-oriented, steady, helpful, analytical, problem solver, likes to work alone when required, methodical, consistent, detail-oriented, precise, hates mistakes, likes structure.
• Proficiency with survey equipment (total stations, data collectors, and GPS equipment).
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed’s Core Values & Culture.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.