Survey Crew Chief (Traveling)

National Society of Professional Surveyors; Bay Minette (AL); Remote; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Survey Crew Chief for a dynamic traveling position. This role involves working on significant projects across the United States, focusing on construction layout and as-built measurements. With a commitment to employee growth and competitive pay, this opportunity offers the chance to work on diverse assignments without the need to relocate. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a solid understanding of construction, and a passion for teamwork. Join a forward-thinking organization that values integrity and innovation in the surveying field.

Benefits

Generous per-diem for food and lodging

Travel bonuses

Paid travel time and expenses

Competitive pay

Outstanding benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operation and calibration of survey equipment.
• Meet budget and productivity standards while ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Judgment and accuracy

Motivating survey staff

Reading construction plans

Understanding of construction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Survey equipment

Job description

Survey Crew Chief (Traveling)

About the Position

Traveling position for out-of-town assignments. Successful applicants can reside anywhere in the United States and do not need to relocate.

Spalding DeDecker, an employee-owned surveying and civil engineering firm, is celebrating 70 years in business – because of our employees. We look to hire skilled, professional, and innovative individuals who will add expertise and integrity to our team, and we provide an exemplary place to work. We are a dynamic organization that believes in rewarding strong performance; each member of our team can grow as far as each of their abilities will take them! We are seeking a surveying crew chief(s) for meaningful and challenging work. Typical projects include construction layout and as-built measurements on heavy-civil and industrial projects located across the United States. We focus on surveying for steel erectors, general contractors, and construction managers.

We regularly have out-of-town projects that we need to support. The successful candidate will work on these projects for varying lengths of time. This could be three weeks or four weeks on/one week off or other schedules depending on the assignment and situation. We offer generous per-diem for food and lodging, travel bonuses, paid travel time and expenses from and to remote work locations, and competitive pay. The successful candidate will travel to and from the job assignments from their residence, and there is no need to relocate for the position.

Spalding DeDecker offers competitive pay and outstanding benefits, with wages determined based on education and/or specific/relevant experience.

We currently have a large project in Bay Minette, Alabama, but other assignments are also possible.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college preferred
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• The ability to work with others
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgment
• The ability to motivate survey staff within a team environment
• Embrace working with technology and have a stable work history
• Have an understanding of reading and interpreting construction plans
• Have practical experience in and a good understanding of construction
• Prior experience with anchor bolt surveys, steel plumb verification surveys, and layout for heavy-civil and industrial work is preferred
• Previous experience as a crew chief, while preferred, is not mandatory for the right candidate.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Operation, proficiency, and calibration of survey equipment
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy, quality, and thoroughness
• Meet budget and productivity standards
• The operation, maintaining, and organizing of trucks
• Safety awareness / Prepared for work every day
• Generate suggestions for improving workflow/cost savings

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Work outdoors in all weather elements and conditions
• Work overtime hours when needed and travel if the project requires it.
• Take directions well and communicate effectively.
• Stand and walk frequently; lift and carry equipment; use hands to handle tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch.
• May also work at heights, on ladders, lifts, or scaffolding as required.