Survey Crew Chief (Nashville)

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm in Chattanooga is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to lead surveying projects and manage field crews. The role requires expertise in survey engineering methods, project management, and adherence to safety regulations. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating with clients and ensuring accurate project execution while maintaining compliance with local and federal regulations. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience, along with comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in surveying.
• Must be a Professional Land Surveyor in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Leads crews on day-to-day operations.
• Coordinates with office staff and clients.
• Ensures crew follows safety procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Survey Engineering Methods

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Professional Land Surveyor License

Tools

GPS Equipment

Robotic Total Stations

Surveying Software

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Utilizing data collectors, robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
• File transfers will be performed remotely on a daily basis.
• Leads crews on day to day operations.
• Ability to manage and coordinate surveying projects
• Ensures crew is properly equipped with personal protection equipment.
• Ensures crew follows company safety procedures.
• Coordinates with office staff and clients as required.
• Knowledge of field survey engineering methods and techniques
• Adheres to local, state, and federal survey regulations as well as Accura Engineering procedures.
• Monitors accurate completion of daily timesheets, reports, and vehicle inspections

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience conducting a variety of survey
• Must be Professional Land Surveyor in Tennessee, other state licenses are desirable
• Knowledge of relevant software programs
• Experience with Transportation Database Surveys is desirable.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable

Physical Requirements:

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry required instruments and equipment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• The worker is subject to variable climate and environmental conditions including but not limited to extreme cold and heat.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify