Survey Party/Crew Chief

SOCOTEC US; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Field Surveyor to oversee and execute surveying tasks across projects in the Philadelphia area. The role emphasizes accuracy, GPS data collection, and collaboration with engineers, officials, and contractors during planning and execution.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of surveying experience, a high school diploma, and a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, with ability to safely operate survey equipment in the field and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Typically 3+ years of surveying experience/training.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and execution of survey duties.
• Collaborate with officials, engineers, contractors, and supervisors in planning.
• Determine appropriate surveying techniques for each project.
• Collaborate with utilities to ensure surveys are properly executed for streets/easements.
• Gather survey data using GPS and other tools to map areas and measure angles, distances, elevations.
• Analyze plans and legal documents to plan and schedule work.
• Define boundaries for property and rights of way.
• Draft reports and documentation for surveys performed.

Skills

GPS surveying

Stakeholder communication

Safety awareness

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

GPS equipment

Survey equipment

Job description

Company Description

SOCOTEC company is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®. This American Engineers Group, LLC a Socotec Company (AEG) Position Advertisement is designed to accurately reflect job duties. However, it may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Reasonable accommodation(s) that do not cause undue hardship on AEG will be considered as required by local, state, or federal law.

Job Description

• Oversees the development and execution of construction, right-of-way, control, topographic, and/or other related survey duties
• Collaborates with stakeholders, including local officials, engineers, contractors, and supervisors, during the planning phase of a project
• Determines appropriate surveying techniques to be used on each project
• Collaborates with utility companies to ensure surveys are properly executed for public streets/easements
• Gathers survey data using global positioning systems (GPS) and other surveying tools to map areas and measure angles, distances, and elevations
• Analyzes plans, plats, and legal documents to appropriately plan and schedule work
• Defines boundaries for property and rights of way
• Drafts reports, descriptions, and other documentation for all surveys performed
• Ensures final maps display a comprehensive and accurate description of the field survey
• Ensures the work of all crew members meets standards and that assigned tasks are completed timely
• Completes any surveying tasks crew members are unable to complete
• Accurately complete administrative forms and reports in a timely fashion
• Adhere to all rules, regulations, and procedures, including those necessary to maintain required licenses, certifications, and/or registrations
• Attend meetings requested by supervisor and communicate effectively
• Carry out job functions with or without supervision and apply common sense instructions
• Carry out job functions without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of self/others
• Effectively and efficiently carry out written and verbal job-related instructions
• Exercise courtesy and tact when dealing with others
• Maintain acceptable attendance/punctuality standards
• Maintain quality and quantity work standards
• Maintain appropriate behavior in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity protocols
• Read labels and written instructions, which are typically in English
• Request assistance when appropriate, including but not limited to, the safe and efficient use and operation of equipment, tools, machines, and vehicles
• Respond to inquiries and/or complaints in a timely and professional manner
• Safely perform all job functions
• Understand and comply with safety, personnel, and other policies and procedures
• Work effectively and harmoniously in a culturally and ethnically diverse workforce
• Work in coordination with others
• Work under pressure, which is associated with this type of position
• Apply supervisory principles to analyze and resolve problems
• Appropriately use budgeted funds, personnel, equipment, materials, facilities, time
• Effectively give instructions, train, and educate
• Provide leadership, direction, and positive motivation
• Set realistic goals
• Performs other related duties as assigned by your manager

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience/Training: Considerable knowledge, typically gained from three (3) or more years experience/training in Surveying

MINIMUM ABILITY TO SAFELY USE AND OPERATE THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: Equipment typically associated with this position within thirty (30) days

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS: Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.