Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief - Construction Staking

Austin NAWIC; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief for construction staking to lead field crews and interpret construction drawings on-site in Austin, TX. The role involves coordinating data collection, ensuring accuracy, and driving progress across surveying projects with a focus on safety and reliability.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of surveying experience, proficiency with robotic total stations and GNSS, experience with Trimble gear, and excellent

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet MVR standards.
• Experience with Trimble equipment preferred.
• Strong math, technical and communication skills.
• Able to work outdoors year-round and carry up to 80 lbs.
• Able to travel/stay out of town for work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for field operations (boundary, topographic, construction layout).
• Determine efficient plan of action for data acquisition.
• Read construction drawings/plans and understand project specs/tolerances.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, and technicians on schedule and progress.
• Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners.
• Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority.
• Document field notes, sketches, and communications.
• Prepare daily reports and time sheets.
• Maintain surveying vehicle and field equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Reading construction drawings

Data collection

Outdoor work

Tools

Trimble equipment

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Digital levels

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief - Construction Staking

US--

Continental United States

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI). By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for the daily field operations of gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
• Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed
• Read and interpret construction drawings/plans and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances
• Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding land survey project schedule and work progress
• Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners
• Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority
• Collect/interpret survey data and document accurate field notes, sketches, and communications
• Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
• Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred
• Valid, current driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards required
• Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs
• Experience with Trimble equipment preferred
• Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills
• Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
• Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed