Survey Crew Chief

ZipRecruiter; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in consulting and engineering seeks a Survey Crew Chief with extensive experience in boundary and construction staking surveys. The role involves operating Trimble equipment, performing various survey activities, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Join a passionate team dedicated to innovative solutions in real estate and land development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Effective communication skills with contractors and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Perform survey activities including leveling, traversing, and boundary surveys.
• Set up and operate Trimble survey equipment.
• Prepare accurate field notes and complete as-built drawings.

Skills

Communication

Surveying

Tools

Trimble equipment

Job description

Job Description

Atwell, LLC is a leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, providing innovative solutions to clients in real estate, land development, and energy markets. We have a diverse, award-winning project portfolio and a strong presence across multiple locations. Atwell is a privately owned company with over 1,800 passionate team members in more than 55 locations.

We are proud to have received several awards in 2024, including:

• Nine consecutive years as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
• #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms
• Recognition in Crain's "Fast 50" and as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies

Responsibilities

1. Commute to and from sites daily using a company-provided truck.
2. Perform survey activities including leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, and profile and cross-section surveys.
3. Set up, adjust, and operate Trimble survey equipment such as total stations, data collectors, and GPS devices.
4. Measure distances, angles, and elevations for staking purposes.
5. Review and adjust survey field calculations as needed.
6. Establish and locate vertical and horizontal control points.
7. Use Trimble equipment to measure utility points, including curb and gutter, water and sewer lines, storm drains, and paving.
8. Prepare accurate field notes and complete as-built drawings.
9. Maintain work-issued vehicles, laptops, and survey equipment.
10. Follow Atwell's safety protocols.
11. Read and interpret engineering plans.
12. Assist with training new hires, career planning, and professional development.
13. Motivate and reward team members through spot bonuses and peer recognition.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief, performing boundary, ALTA, as-built, and construction staking surveys.
• Effective communication skills with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders.
• Experience with Trimble equipment.