Survey Crew Chief

Actalent; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Disability coverage

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field surveying operations on construction, boundary, and topographic projects in Omaha, NE. You will collect data, operate survey equipment, and coordinate with office staff to ensure accurate and safe project execution.

This contract-to-hire role requires 2+ years of surveying experience, proficiency with GPS and total stations, and strong communication skills. Onsite work with standard daytime hours and possible overtime is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of surveying experience, including construction staking and field data collection.
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment and data collection software.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; surveying certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking, topographic surveys, as-builts, utility mapping, and control establishment.
• Operate GPS, robotic instruments, total stations, and data collectors.
• Read and interpret construction plans and project specifications.
• Maintain accurate field notes and transfer data to office staff for processing.
• Coordinate staking requests and communicate with clients and project teams.
• Complete daily time tracking, equipment inspections, and safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain survey vehicles and equipment in good working condition.

Skills

Surveying experience

Equipment proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surveying certifications a plus

Tools

GPS

Robotic instruments

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

Survey Crew Cheif!Position Overview

Seeking a Crew Chief I to lead and support field surveying operations on construction, boundary, and topographic projects. This role is responsible for collecting accurate field data, operating survey equipment, coordinating with office staff, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking, topographic surveys, as-builts, utility mapping, and control establishment.

• Operate GPS, robotic instruments, total stations, and data collectors.

• Read and interpret construction plans and project specifications.

• Maintain accurate field notes and transfer data to office staff for processing.

• Coordinate staking requests and communicate with clients and project teams.

• Complete daily time tracking, equipment inspections, and safety documentation.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.

• Maintain survey vehicles and equipment in good working condition.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of surveying experience, including construction staking and field data collection.

• Proficiency with modern survey equipment and data collection software.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; surveying certifications are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Capable of navigating active construction sites and uneven terrain.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

• PTO and paid holidays

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Pay: $33-$37/hour

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) with overtime opportunities

Hours: Typically Monday‑Friday, 7:00 AM‑3:30 PM, with occasional Saturdays

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $37.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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.

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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.