Survey Team Lead

LVI Associates; Rock Springs (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Wyoming seeks a Survey Team Lead to oversee field crews and manage survey operations across transportation, municipal, land development, and infrastructure projects. You will mentor staff, coordinate fieldwork and office workflows, and ensure quality and safety standards from planning through completion.

Ideal candidates bring a PLS or LSIT track record, 5+ years of surveying with leadership, and strong skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of surveying experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveying practices.
• Experience operating GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and other modern survey equipment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, or similar survey software.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage survey crews performing boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking, utility, and as-built surveys.
• Coordinate project schedules, staffing, equipment, and resources to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure survey data is collected accurately and efficiently using modern survey technology.
• Review field notes, survey calculations, and deliverables for quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to support project planning and execution.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to survey personnel.
• Maintain compliance with company safety procedures and industry standards.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and workload forecasting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts through exceptional project delivery and client service.

Skills

Leadership

Surveying experience

Project management

Communication

Mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or LSIT path toward licensure

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Carlson

GPS & Robotic Total Stations

Job description

A well-established engineering and surveying firm is seeking a Survey Team Lead to oversee survey operations and support the successful delivery of a variety of transportation, municipal, land development, energy, and infrastructure projects throughout Wyoming. This leadership role will be responsible for managing field crews, coordinating survey activities, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and serving as a key liaison between survey staff, project managers, engineers, and clients.

The Survey Team Lead will provide day-to-day leadership for survey personnel, oversee field and office workflows, and help drive project success from planning through completion. This position is ideal for a survey professional who enjoys mentoring team members, solving technical challenges, and playing a hands‑on role in project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage survey crews performing boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction staking, utility, and as-built surveys.
• Coordinate project schedules, staffing, equipment, and resources to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure survey data is collected accurately and efficiently using modern survey technology.
• Review field notes, survey calculations, and deliverables for quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to support project planning and execution.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to survey personnel.
• Maintain compliance with company safety procedures and industry standards.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and workload forecasting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts through exceptional project delivery and client service.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred, or LSIT with a clear path toward licensure.
• 5+ years of surveying experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveying practices.
• Experience operating GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and other modern survey equipment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, or similar survey software.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.