Survey Crew Chief

Gilder Search Group; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Wichita, KS is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead surveying projects across the Wichita area. You will direct field crews, operate modern surveying equipment, and perform boundary, topographic, construction, and land-development surveys.

The role requires independent work in the field, strong leadership, and a focus on accurate documentation and safety. Travel to project sites around Wichita is expected, with opportunities for advancement within surveying and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Survey Crew Chief or Party Chief or senior field surveyor.
• Ability to independently organize and complete field survey assignments.
• Experience operating GPS/GNSS systems and robotic total stations; read plans and legal descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field survey crew and coordinate daily project activities.
• Perform boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and land-development surveys.
• Establish and verify horizontal and vertical control; complete staking and as-built surveys.
• Operate GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Review project plans and survey instructions; maintain accurate field notes and data.

Skills

GPS/GNSS systems

Robotic total stations

Reading plans & legal descriptions

Team leadership

Field calculations

Education

OSHA 10

Tools

Trimble

Leica

Topcon

Carlson Survey

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Are you an experienced Survey Crew Chief or Survey Party Chief looking for steady work, varied projects, and the opportunity to lead field survey operations?

We are hiring a Survey Crew Chief to lead surveying projects throughout the Wichita area. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working independently in the field, directing a survey crew, operating modern surveying equipment, and completing a mix of boundary, topographic, construction, and land-development surveys.

What You’ll Do

As the Survey Crew Chief, you will plan and lead daily field operations while ensuring survey data is collected accurately, efficiently, and safely.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a field survey crew and coordinate daily project activities
• Perform boundary, topographic, construction, ALTA/NSPS, utility, and land-development surveys
• Complete construction staking, layout, as-built surveys, and site-control work
• Establish and verify horizontal and vertical control
• Locate property corners, monuments, easements, rights-of-way, utilities, and improvements
• Operate GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, conventional total stations, levels, and electronic data collectors
• Review project plans, plats, legal descriptions, drawings, and survey instructions before beginning fieldwork
• Maintain organized and accurate field notes, sketches, photographs, measurements, and electronic survey data
• Perform field calculations and verify collected information before leaving the project site
• Download, organize, and transfer field data for office processing
• Communicate with project managers, surveyors, engineers, contractors, property owners, and other field personnel
• Identify field conflicts, boundary concerns, access issues, and project delays
• Maintain survey vehicles, tools, equipment, and supplies
• Train and provide direction to survey technicians and field crew members
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable surveying standards
• Complete projects accurately while meeting schedules and client expectations

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Survey Crew Chief, Survey Party Chief, Field Surveyor, or senior Survey Technician
• Experience performing a combination of boundary, topographic, construction, and land-development surveying
• Ability to independently organize and complete field survey assignments
• Experience operating GPS/GNSS systems and robotic total stations
• Ability to read construction plans, plats, legal descriptions, and engineering drawings
• Understanding of survey control, construction staking, property boundaries, elevations, and field calculations
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation
• Ability to lead, train, and communicate effectively with field crew members
• Comfortable working outdoors in changing weather and terrain
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout Wichita and the surrounding area

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of field surveying experience
• Previous Survey Crew Chief or Party Chief experience
• Experience with Trimble, Leica, Topcon, Carlson, or similar surveying equipment
• Experience with data collectors and electronic field-coding procedures
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey, or related software
• Experience completing ALTA/NSPS surveys, subdivision plats, easement surveys, and construction layout
• Knowledge of Kansas surveying practices and local construction requirements
• OSHA 10 or other applicable safety training

Physical Requirements

This is an active field position. The Survey Crew Chief must be able to:

• Work outdoors in heat, cold, wind, rain, and other changing conditions
• Walk over uneven terrain, construction sites, wooded areas, and undeveloped property
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and carry equipment
• Lift and carry survey equipment, stakes, tools, and supplies weighing up to approximately 50 pounds
• Safely work near roadways, construction equipment, active job sites, and other field hazards
• Drive between project locations as required

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on surveying experience
• Full-time and steady employment
• Variety of field assignments and project types
• Modern surveying technology and equipment
• Opportunity to lead projects and develop junior field personnel
• Career advancement within surveying, engineering, and project management
• Benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and additional company-provided programs

Related job titles:

Survey Party Chief, Land Survey Crew Chief, Field Surveyor, Construction Surveyor, Survey Technician, Survey Field Technician, Engineering Surveyor, GPS Surveyor, and Surveying Party Chief.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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