Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief - MI

Spicer Group; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Work-life balance

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Spicer Group in Michigan is seeking an energetic Survey Crew Chief/Party Chief to lead field surveying for infrastructure projects. You will supervise technicians, coordinate staking operations, and apply GNSS/robotic total-station knowledge using the latest surveying technology.

The role requires experience with construction staking, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects under limited supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lead survey technicians and coordinate field activities.
• Experience with construction staking and surveying for infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication with clients and staff.
• Physically capable of demanding outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Direct field survey activities for projects of various sizes.
• Ensure safety and adherence to company procedures and standards.
• Prepare timesheets, data logs, topographic and staking reports.
• Plan daily activities across multiple projects to ensure efficient completion.

Skills

Crew Chief

Leadership

Communication

GNSS & Robotic TS

Survey calculations

Education

Associates degree or surveying coursework

CST II/III certification (preferred)

Tools

GNSS equipment

Robotic total station

Job description

SURVEY CREW CHIEF / PARTY CHIEFGEOSPATIAL SERVICE LINEMICHIGANPOSITION 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