Survey Party Chief

LHH; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Travel with per diem

Career growth opportunities

Diverse projects

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Survey Crew Chief in the Richmond, Virginia area to lead a small field crew and oversee land surveying activities. The role combines hands-on fieldwork with supervision of 3–5 team members on a variety of infrastructure projects.

You will coordinate daily field operations, ensure safety and accuracy, and communicate with project managers and office staff. Travel within the Richmond area and occasional Saturdays are possible as part of a dynamic, growing organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience preferred.
• Previous Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief experience strongly preferred.
• Strong field leadership and crew-management skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Comfortable working outdoors and on challenging terrain.
• Ability to travel throughout the Richmond area as needed.
• Willingness to work a typical 5-day schedule with occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a survey crew of approximately 3–5 team members.
• Perform and oversee land surveying activities in the field.
• Coordinate daily field operations and ensure work is completed accurately and safely.
• Work on a variety of surveying and infrastructure projects.
• Communicate effectively with project managers and office personnel.
• Maintain quality and productivity standards for the crew.

Skills

Field leadership

Crew management

Surveying

Driver's license

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a survey crew of approximately 3–5 team members
• Perform and oversee land surveying activities in the field
• Coordinate daily field operations and ensure work is completed accurately and safely
• Work on a variety of surveying and infrastructure projects
• Communicate effectively with project managers and office personnel
• Maintain quality and productivity standards for the crew

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of surveying experience preferred
• Previous Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief experience strongly preferred
• Strong field leadership and crew-management skills
• Valid driver's license
• Comfortable working outdoors and on challenging terrain
• Ability to work a typical 5-day schedule with occasional Saturdays
• Willingness to travel throughout the Richmond area as needed

Benefits

• Travel outside the area may occasionally be required, with hotel and per diem provided.
• Growing organization with career advancement opportunities
• Exposure to diverse surveying and infrastructure projects
• Company vehicle provided
• Opportunity to advance into greater leadership responsibility

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