SURVEY CREW CHIEF

Bryant Associates Inc.; Landover (MD); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant Associates, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveying operations in our Baltimore, MD office.

The role involves supervising a survey crew, performing boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout surveys using GPS and conventional methods, and reviewing plans and real estate documents. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of survey experience, a High School Diploma, and familiarity with AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; surveying knowledge preferred.
• Experience on civil/site and structural surveying projects is expected.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and surveying tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete site control, boundary reconnaissance, construction staking and topographic surveys.
• Perform 3D scanning and other surveying services in support of engineering work.
• Review maps, field notes, and exhibits; perform staking calculations for improvements and utilities.
• Support surveying and mapping activities for boundary surveys, topographic mapping and construction staking projects.
• Supervise crew members to complete daily survey assignments correctly and efficiently.
• Supervise Instrument Operator(s) and other staff, including hiring, promotions and training.
• Coordinate requirements of Resident Engineer and Construction Supervisor.
• Work closely with Project Surveyors and other teams.
• Handle difficult situations and maintain professional conduct.
• Assist in project deliverables as appropriate.
• Possess ability to work independently as a one-person crew when needed.
• Operate surveying instruments daily and manage data uploads/downloads.
• Maintain and manage survey equipment and supplies.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain safe work practices.
• Pursue continuous knowledge upgrades in surveying technology.

Skills

Survey equipment

GPS

Robotics

Total Stations

Scanners

Data Collectors

Reading plans

Independence

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Surveying courses

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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Survey Crew Chief

Full Time Maryland, Baltimore, MD, US

Salary Range: $35.00 To $44.00 Hourly

SUMMARY:

As Crew Chief I, you will be an integral part of Bryant Associates Land Survey Department in our Baltimore, MD office, where we provide our clients with a full range of surveying and mapping services.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Crew Chief I will execute and supervise other members on the survey crew in gathering field survey data and providing construction layout through the use of conventional and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) methods. The position will entail review of real estate documents, including plans and records as well as construction plans to perform boundary, topographic, right-of way, acquisition, and construction stakeout surveys for utility, transportation and building projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete site control, boundary reconnaissance, construction staking and topographic surveys
• Perform 3D scanning, and other surveying services in support of engineering work
• Review of maps, field notes, and exhibits; performing construction staking calculations for improvements and utilities
• Support surveying and mapping activities for boundary surveys, topographic mapping and construction staking projects
• Supervise crew members in order to complete daily survey assignments correctly and proficiently
• Will have supervisory responsibilities for crew members and support staff including hiring, promoting, performance reviews, and training
• Coordinate requirements of Resident Engineer and Construction Supervisor
• Work in close collaboration with Project Surveyors
• Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
• Assist in project deliverables as appropriate
• Work independently as a one-person crew as required
• Operate, on a daily basis, various surveying instruments
• Daily uploading and downloading of data collectors
• Manage survey equipment and supplies
• Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations
• Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology
• Complete internal and external training as required

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Prior experience working on both civil/site and structural engineering and surveying projects
• Demonstrated ability to instruct/ coach survey crew members on how to perform the aspects of their job they may not yet be skilled in
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents
• Must be proficient with the use of survey equipment. (GPS, Robotics, Total Stations, Levels, Scanners, and Data Collectors)
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Must have strong supervisory skills
• Must have good communication skills
• Observes company and client safety requirements
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check
• Ability to pass a drug test

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of survey experience required
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Supplemental courses in surveying a plus

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge in use of AutoCAD a plus

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

Will supervise Instrument Operator(s)

TRAVEL:

Daily travel to and from various local/regional job sites will be required, occasional overnight travel, or night shift work may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Field – 100%

• Ability to work outdoors, year-round, and safely perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Must be able to use hands to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear and communicate clearly
• Lift and move 50+ pounds

BENEFITS:

ABOUT BRYANT ASSOCIATES:

Founded in 1976, Bryant Associates, Inc. (Bryant) is an MBE/DBE professional consulting firm that provides civil, structural, and traffic engineering, water resources, construction management, and surveying services to public and private clients throughout the Northeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. We’re headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in Baltimore, MD; Lincoln, RI; and Louisville, KY. For more information, please visit www.bryant-engrs.com ,follow us on X @BryantEngineers ,and LinkedIn at Bryant Associates, Inc.: Overview | LinkedIn .

Bryant Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA

Bryant does not sponsor visas. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the United States of America.