Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief - GA

Spicer Group; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Holidays

Sick and Vacation Days

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Spicer Group is seeking a Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief to join its geospatial service line in Georgia. The role focuses on leading survey crews, coordinating with project teams, and driving accurate staking for major infrastructure projects.

The candidate will leverage GNSS, robotic total stations, and cutting-edge surveying tools to deliver quality results. The position emphasizes independent supervision, safety compliance, and strong communication with clients and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Advanced knowledge of the Crew Chief role and field leadership.
• Experience with GNSS, robotic total stations, and modern surveying tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding field work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise field survey crews on small and large projects.
• Plan daily activities and coordinate with clients and contractors.
• Prepare data logs, staking reports, and field notes.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in top condition.
• Ensure safety procedures and company policies are followed.

Skills

Crew Chief leadership

Surveying techniques

GNSS

Robotic total station

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CST II/III preferred

Job description

SURVEY CREW CHIEF / PARTY CHIEFGEOSPATIAL SERVICE LINEGEORGIAPOSITION SUMMARYSpicer Group is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief to join our surveying operations. This is a unique opportunity that requires an individual with experience and understanding of construction projects and construction staking operations in support of major infrastructure projects. This person must be driven, hardworking and highly motivated. Support will be provided to leverage and help grow the surveying practice using the latest in surveying technology, including UAS, mobile LiDAR, static laser scanning, single and multibeam sonar, metrology and industrial measurement tools, and the very latest in robotics and GNSS surveying. This is a long-term career opportunity to become a leader on our surveying team.THE COMPANYSpicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. With offices in Michigan, Ohio, and Georgia, Spicer Group continues to expand its geographic footprint. We are committed to providing our teams with technical support throughout these offices to continually build upon our success year after year. Spicer Group is committed to maintaining its tightly held private ownership, with no interest in selling to larger AEC firms. This commitment provides significant ownership opportunities for high performers and people that uphold our core values and build successful teams. Spicer Group was given the prestigious 2026 Circle of Excellence Platinum Award, recognized by PSMJ.Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values.Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to:Competitive PayHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options401(k)-match programPaid HolidaysSick and Vacation DaysProfit SharingTuition ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentExcellent Working ConditionsWork-Life BalanceFitness ReimbursementKEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides technical support working independently but under limited direction of Staff Surveyors, Project Surveyors, Regional Survey Manager or Geospatial DirectorProvides direction and guidance to technicians, and directs the field survey activities for small and large projects under minimal supervision of a senior staff memberAdheres to established company policies, follows all Geospatial Service Line procedures, and assures the crew follows standard proceduresPerforms field survey activities in accordance with standards set by the company, state statutes, and the surveying industry best practicesDiscusses job assignments with clients, contractors, and other external sourcesResponsible for the organization of job files for data storage, field notes, reports, and drawingsPerforms trigonometry, geometry, algebra, coordinate geometry and various surveying computationsOperates and has knowledge of GNSS and robotic total station functions and capabilitiesGood understanding of leveling practices, allowable closures, loop constraints, balancing and best industry practicesAssures crew adheres to procedures in the safety manual and uses all personal safety equipment providedPlans daily activities considering possible multiple project schedules to ensure efficient completion of the workMaintains assigned vehicle and survey equipment to ensure everything is kept neat, clean and in top working conditionCommunicate with the entire crew and office staff about all aspects of the project and progressWorks without direct day-to-day supervision and makes technical and supervisory decisions for projects assigned within specified limits of authorityPrepares daily timesheets, data logs, topographic and staking reports, and manages field change ordersProvides input to Supervisor and Service Line Director for the formal performance evaluation of crew members under responsible chargeAble to work independently, when appropriate using robotic instruments and GNSSParticipates in Geospatial Service Line and/or crew trainingAble to perform physically demanding work in all types of weatherPhysical presence is an essential function of this job. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a logical assignment to the position.POSITION REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or equivalentAdvanced knowledge of the Crew Chief roleAbility to effectively lead and direct a group of survey techniciansStrong communication skills, works well with staff and clientsAbility to perform physically demanding work in all type of weatherAbility to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS4+ years experience working as a crew chief/party chiefAssociates degree or Engineering/Surveying related college courses a plusCertified Survey Technician Level II or III (CST III)FOR MORE INFORMATIONFor more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com . EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled