Survey Crew Chief

Lvi-Associates; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Lvi-Associates in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field crews on boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking and coastal projects along the southeast North Carolina coast. The role offers a strong project backlog, modern equipment, and opportunities for long-term career advancement.

You will supervise crews, operate GPS and robotic total stations, coordinate field operations, ensure safety and quality, mentor junior staff, and communicate with project managers,

Qualifications

• 3+ years leading survey crews in the field.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, construction, and land development surveying.
• Experience using modern GPS and robotic survey equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret plats, deeds, engineering drawings, and construction plans.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Experience with waterfront, marine, or Waterway survey projects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise survey field crews on boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking, and coastal survey projects.
• Operate GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and other survey equipment.
• Coordinate daily field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Collect, verify, and document field data for processing and mapping.
• Communicate with project managers, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders in the field.
• Maintain company quality standards and adhere to safety protocols.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior field personnel.

Skills

Survey leadership

GPS equipment

Plats & drawings

Communication

Driver's license

Waterfront surveying

Tools

GPS equipment

Robotic total stations

Data collectors

Job description

Salary: USD30 - USD38 per hour + time and a half overtime, company vehicle, annual bonuses

A well-established surveying and geomatics firm serving coastal North Carolina is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to support continued growth across the Wilmington market. Known for delivering high-quality boundary, topographic, construction, waterfront, and Intracoastal-related surveying services, the company offers a strong project backlog, modern technology, and opportunities for long-term career advancement. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced field leader who enjoys working on a diverse mix of land development, infrastructure, and coastal projects.

The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for:

• Leading and supervising survey field crews on boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking, and coastal survey projects.
• Operating GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and other survey equipment.
• Coordinating daily field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Collecting, verifying, and documenting field data for processing and mapping.
• Communicating with project managers, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders in the field.
• Maintaining company quality standards and adhering to safety protocols.
• Assisting with training and mentoring junior field personnel.

The Survey Crew Chief should have the following qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience leading survey crews in the field.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, construction, and land development surveying.
• Experience using modern GPS and robotic survey equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret plats, deeds, engineering drawings, and construction plans.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Experience with waterfront, marine, or Waterway survey projects is highly preferred.
• Competitive compensation with overtime opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company vehicle and equipment provided for field operations.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Stable pipeline of projects throughout southeastern North Carolina.