Survey Party Chief / Crew Chief

Timmons Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group seeks a Survey Crew Chief to oversee field survey operations in Virginia Beach. This role involves managing daily crew activities, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate data collection for construction and land surveys. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and substantial field experience, ideally with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years of field survey experience required.
• PLS/SI certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees field crew operations for boundary and topographical surveys.
• Conducts maintenance of survey equipment and vehicles.
• Provides field notes and quality control on data collection.

Skills

Field survey experience

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Leica Robotic Total Stations

Data Collectors

GPS

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Timmons Group is always accepting applications for Survey Crew Chief candidates for future openings with our survey group. The Survey Crew Chief is responsible for directing the daily activities of assigned Survey Instrument Operators to gather and complete assigned engineering and land surveys.

Essential duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include, but are not limited to:

• Oversees the day-to-day Field Crew operations to provide field data for boundary surveys, topographical, and construction stakeout surveys.
• Oversees and trains individuals to operate total stations, levels, GPS, and data collectors for use in the collection of survey data.
• Establishes and sets points on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, structures, etc.).
• Conducts daily maintenance and upkeep of instruments.
• Provides clear and concise field notes, including sketches.
• Oversees maintenance of survey equipment, supplies, and vehicles.
• Candidate must be able to work in a team environment and also be willing to work independently on occasion.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include, but are not limited to:

• High school diploma/GED and five (5) years of field survey experience.
• Experience with Leica Robotic Total Stations, Data Collectors, and GPS preferred.
• Experience with DOT transportation surveying is a plus.
• Ability to collect field data in an organized, neat, and professional manner for various boundary, topographic, design, and construction staking projects.
• PLS/SI certification is preferred but not required.
• Ability to compute, process, and map field data will provide the right candidate opportunity and advancement.
• AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Ability to carry up to 50 lb. of equipment over all types of terrain.
• Work environment involves all-weather outdoor conditions, with seasonal extreme heat and wind-chill factors.
• Physical activities include hiking, climbing, vegetation management (chopping, cutting, hammering, sawing, etc.).

Additional Information

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We seek high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are committed to our company's Vision, Mission, and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With over 15 offices across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice, providing our team with the best resources, technology, and culture for career growth. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.