Survey Crew Chief

Metro Consulting Associates LLC; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Consulting Associates LLC is seeking a highly motivated Survey Crew Chief for its Plymouth, MI office. The role involves directing field survey teams, maintaining surveying instruments, and ensuring data accuracy. Ideal candidates must have at least five years of experience in surveying and exceptional GPS knowledge. This position may require travel in both urban and remote areas. Join MCA to lead a dynamic survey crew while committing to safety, cost control, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years applicable experience in the surveying industry.
• Field experience leading survey crew.
• Must have satisfactory results on a motor vehicle record check.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain procurement and care of all surveying instruments.
• Prepare legible written field notes and daily records.
• Lead survey crew by providing direction and leadership.

Skills

Exceptional knowledge of GPS and robotic total station

Proficient with field survey instruments

Excellent concentration and proofreading skills

Exceptional written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Civil3D

Job description

Description

Metro Consulting Associates (MCA), a surveying, civil engineering, and land‑planning consulting firm is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented self‑starter to join our staff as a Survey Crew Chief based in our Plymouth, MI office. This position is responsible for translating project objectives between the office and the field and directing all duties of field survey members assigned to them while performing calculations and appropriate field activities such as construction staking, boundary, ALTA, right of way mapping, aerial and/or topographic surveys and any duties asked of them.

Essential Functions

• Operate and maintain procurement and care of all surveying and data collection instruments
• Record the results of surveying and verify the accuracy of data with proper field checks recorded
• Transmit survey data to the proper files in the computer network, which includes sending data to the office from remote locations daily, and be able to acquire the data for field use when necessary
• Prepare legible written field notes and daily records and maintain cut sheets for staking projects
• Assist in training staff on field methods and instrument use and care
• Research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys
• Lead survey crew by providing direction and leadership, demonstrating an attitude for safety, cost control, efficiency, and professionalism
• Maintain exceptional internal and external client relations
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years applicable experience in the surveying industry
• Exceptional knowledge of GPS and robotic total station
• Adhere to company standards and methodologies
• Required to have satisfactory results on a motor vehicle record check and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Proficient with field survey instruments, principles of survey measurement, staking, and marking
• Field experience leading survey crew
• Basic understanding of the Civil3D platform and technology a plus
• Must be willing to travel up to 100% in both urban and remote areas
• Excellent concentration and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
• Exceptional written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams including technical and non‑technical personnel
• Resourceful, action‑oriented, creative, and analytical thinker
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively