Survey Crew Chief — Trimble Pro, Bonuses & Stock Ownership

Civil and Environmental Consultants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Performance bonus

Company stock

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in Houston, TX is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations on topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS surveys and construction stakeouts.

You will direct a field crew, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure data integrity. You will mentor junior crew, manage schedules, coordinate with project managers and clients, and adapt to changing field conditions while upholding safety.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of construction related survey crew chief experience.
• Experience with GPS devices, data collectors and/or Total Station.
• Proficient with Trimble equipment and Access software.
• Ability to work with independent judgment and initiative.
• Solid knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
• Background in construction surveying and stakes procedures.
• Familiarity with CAD instruments and methods.
• Able to operate motorized equipment and work outdoors.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations directing a crew across multiple survey types.
• Operate and troubleshoot Trimble survey equipment.
• Maintain field notes and perform QA/QC on data.
• Manage project schedules and coordinate with project managers and clients.
• Train and mentor junior crew members.
• Adapt to changing project conditions and solve field challenges.

Skills

Field leadership

GPS devices

Data collectors

Total Station

Trimble software

QA/QC

Team management

Problem-solving

Tools

Trimble

Access

Job description

Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in Houston, TX is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations on topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS surveys and construction stakeouts.

You will direct a field crew, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure data integrity. You will mentor junior crew, manage schedules, coordinate with project managers and clients, and adapt to changing field conditions while upholding safety.