Survey Crew Chief

WSP in the U.S.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Survey Crew Chief in Raleigh, NC. This role offers the chance to lead a survey team, manage local projects, and utilize advanced surveying technologies. Enjoy a supportive culture with flexible schedules and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience in surveying.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Survey Crew and maintain field notes.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments.
• Coordinate with clients for project activities.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Surveying

Tools

Leica survey equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

WSP is initiating a search for a Survey Crew Chief to join our Raleigh, NC location!

This Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an exceptional management team, highly regarded in the market, and within a supportive and collaborative company culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a robust and rapidly growing Survey team offering ongoing training/mentoring and promotional opportunities, as well as a stable backlog of mainly local work requiring minimal travel. This team works with state of the art surveying equipment and offers flexible schedules including 10 hour day work schedule Monday thru Thursday.

For information on our Geospatial team, follow this link - https://vimeo.com/390798645/f3e8decde8

Your Impact

• Supervise Survey Crew (1-2 staff crews)
• Keep accurate, organized and complete field notes
• Communicate with office staff on daily basis
• Operate and maintain robotic instrument, total stations, data collector, GPS (fast static, RTK and VRS), digital levels
• Use and obtain historical data from property/utility records, deeds, land/property titles, structural plans, and other matrices for land surveying activities
• Follow state specific standards of practice to provide professional survey assistance that accounts for accurate survey data, and determines conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, boundaries, and construction specifications
• Assist with writing surveying reports summarizing site inspection and survey findings and conclusions; generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using photographs, sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, technical drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and reports
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, engineers, scientists, project control, and technicians on assigned survey tasks
• Perform weekly instrument calibrations to maintain accuracy
• Ensure compliance with WSP and client safety guidelines, providing required safety documentation and records
• Coordinate with client personnel to schedule and manage project survey activities
• Stay current with latest survey techniques and practices
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years relevant post-education experience in surveying, including easements, rights of way, plats, topographic and boundary surveys, property descriptions, and GPS surveys
• Excellent communication skills, field note taking, good math skills, ability to work independently
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Physically capable of working at construction sites and in the field
• Experience with public and private sector projects
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills
• Valid Driver's license and successful completion of WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening
• Proven safety record and adherence to workplace policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Leica survey equipment (preferred)
• Experience with DOT surveys, SUE, transmission/distribution line surveys
• FAA sUAS Part 107 certification and flight experience
• Associate’s Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology, or related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

About WSP

WSP USA is part of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions across various markets, with over 15,000 employees in the U.S. providing innovative and sustainable services.

We offer a flexible, inclusive workplace with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement plans. Join us to grow your career and contribute to meaningful projects.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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