Survey Crew Chief

THD Design Group Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

THD Design Group Inc is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief for field operations focusing on ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys across the southern United States. This role is travel-intensive and ideal for someone who enjoys working in diverse geographies and delivering high-quality survey data.

Key responsibilities include leading multiple state survey operations, interpreting legal documents, and managing equipment. Candidates should have at least 3 years of survey leadership experience and be willing to travel frequently (up to 75-100%).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Strong experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
• Plan, organize, and execute field survey operations across multiple states.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of field data collection.

Skills

Leadership

Survey Planning

ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys

Modern Survey Equipment

Communication

Tools

GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Data Collectors

Job description

About THD Design Group

We are a comprehensive Survey and Civil Engineering Services company with more than 30 years of experience. The team at THD Design Group provides Engineering Design, Land Surveying and Construction Management for both the public and private sectors. Our expertise, combined with state‑of‑the‑art technology, provides each project with increased efficiency and accuracy.

We provide expertise and technology necessary to execute a project from preliminary design, mapping and ultimately to the final design stage when the project is ready for bid and construction. Then, we provide construction support through plan clarification and contractor and field surveyor coordination.

Our surveying and engineering staff has provided economical and efficient surveys/designs for numerous projects, including boundary and topographic surveys ranging from single family residential, large commercial and industrial developments and municipal projects.

Survey Crew Chief

THD Design Group is looking for an experienced Survey Crew Chief for field operations primarily for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys across the southern United States. This is a travel‑intensive role ideal for someone who thrives in the field, enjoys working across diverse geographies, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality, precise survey data. This role will include travel across Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.

You will serve as the on‑site expert ensuring projects are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Plan, organize, and execute field survey operations across multiple states
• Operate and maintain survey equipment (GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, etc.)
• Interpret project requirements, plats, deeds, and legal descriptions
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of field data collection
• Communicate effectively with project managers, office staff, and clients as needed
• Maintain daily field notes, reports, and documentation
• Travel extensively (multi‑state travel required, often weekly)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief
• Strong experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment and software
• Ability to read and interpret survey plans, title commitments, and legal documents
• Strong leadership and crew management skills
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently (up to 75–100%)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• CST certification or equivalent a plus
• Experience working across multiple states or regions a plus
• Knowledge of state‑specific survey requirements in TX, LA, OK, AR, MS, and AL a plus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.