Survey Crew Chief

Verdantas; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable engineering firm in Wilmington, DE is looking for a Survey Crew Chief. This full-time position involves leading surveying operations, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and requires 4+ years of experience in land surveying. Responsibilities include performing boundary and topographic projects, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety in the field. A culture of empathy and innovation supports your career growth in this role.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Party Chief in land surveying.
• Ability to maintain and operate surveying instruments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise surveying for land development and boundary projects.
• Plan and perform field activities based on specific scopes.
• Ensure safety and accuracy in all field operations.

Skills

Robotic total stations

RTK GPS

Boundary surveying

Topographic surveys

Construction stakeout

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Higher education preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Drones

Job description

Overview

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! Verdantas redefines environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Join our team as a Survey Crew Chief, where you\'ll lead surveying operations with state-of-the-art technology. We are seeking a motivated individual with expertise in one-man field operations using robotic total stations and RTK GPS. Projects typically involve mapping and property work to include the integration of drone-based aerial along with some construction stakeout. This position is in Wilmington, DE. Join our team, and your career will be amplified by a culture of empathy, innovation, and life balance, recognized by employees as the top firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group!

What You’ll Do and What You Bring are described below.

What You'll Do

• Perform precise surveying for land development, boundary, and topographic projects
• Ability to plan and perform field activities based on a specific scope
• Maintain and operate surveying instruments, including robotic total stations and GPS
• Collect and analyze field data; understand accuracy requirements
• Upload and process data for use in AutoCAD or other aerial processing software
• Ensure safety and accuracy in all field operations
• Ability to train others and take direction
• Daily record-keeping including both survey and administrative tasks

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; higher education preferred
• 4+ years of experience as a Party Chief in land surveying
• Proficiency with robotic total stations, RTK GPS, and data collectors
• Familiarity with CAD or GIS software is a plus
• Part 107 Drone Pilot License a plus
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, and construction surveys
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and transfer data
• Must be able to adapt to new industry technologies as they arise
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment with uneven terrain, dirt, varying temperatures, weather conditions, and noise
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation
• Occasional overnight travel required
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check

Salary Range

The compensation range starts at $29 hourly and is based on the position, experience, and licensures.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management