Crew Chief I - Surveying

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Mcadams
A full‑service civil engineering, land planning, landscape architecture, transportation & geomatics firm advancing communities through thoughtful design.
Supervises survey crew and performs construction staking/surveying tasks.
7 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Greenville, SC
Field
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Surveying
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Environmental Consulting
Geospatial Services
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
crew supervision
data management
constructability review
plan interpretation
safety compliance
client relations
  • Ensures field crew daily tasks are performed accurately and efficiently through the various project stages following McAdams’s guidelines and company standards
  • Prepares field notes that meet the McAdams standards and manages field data files in a manner that they can be easily interpreted and cyphered by office support staff
  • Defuse contentious situations that may arise from interaction with client or project neighbors
  • Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies and procedures
  • Identify potential plan, computation, and constructability issues
  • Plan projects to be performed in the most efficient and accurate way possible and seeing the big picture for project execution
  • Assist with maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and work sites
  • Read and interpret construction plans that include storm drainage, sewer tables, check pipe slopes/grades, contour interpolation, straight grading, and compute vertical curves for profile grade checks
  • Follow guidelines and company standards set forth for the Geomatics department
  • Responsible for assessing potential hazards and unsafe working conditions
  • Executes JHA’s, participates with pre and post job briefs
  • Proactively communicates with group management regarding project status and/or issues
  • Mentors and trains Junior Crew Chief members
  • Act as the company representative in the field during client interactions
  • Provides clear and concise direction to fellow crew members and ensure crew members perform daily tasks
  • Maintains good client relations to foster and perpetuate long-term relationships
  • Work will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards encountered while maneuvering through project sites.
  • Communicates respectfully with clients and / or project neighbors to insure a positive company image
What you bring
level ii
driver's license
high school
trimble
leica
surveying
  • Demonstrate core competencies of the Instrument Operator Level II
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Successful completion of a functional assessment
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Demonstrate an ability to perform Boundary, Topographic, ALTA and other various types of surveys with limited or no instruction
  • Punctual and dependable Hardworking and detail-oriented
  • Knowledgeable of the various disciplines of construction staking / surveying and accurately and effectively perform required tasks during a project
  • E-Verify (English/Spanish)
  • Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
  • Right to Work (English/Spanish)
  • Knowledge of TDS Software, Trimble Robotics, GPS equipment, Carlson Software, and Leica Robotics
  • Successfully pass a motor vehicle records check, drug test, and functional assessment
  • Must be able to stand up or walk between 8-12 hours a day.
Benefits
  • Weekend and overtime and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
$60M Annual Revenue
Financial Performance
The company consistently generates around $60 million in annual revenue, supporting growth and expansion strategies.
1979 Founded
Company History
Established in 1979, the organization has evolved into a multiregional leader in planning, design, and engineering.
  • Led by seasoned professionals, McAdams sits at the intersection of planning, design, and engineering—blending land use, infrastructure, and landscape into cohesive projects.
  • Typical projects span municipal parks, educational campuses, commercial centers, transportation corridors, and stormwater systems.
  • Their design palette ranges from urban streetscapes and multimodal transit planning to green stormwater infrastructure and wetland restoration.
  • Standout work includes major regional efforts like the Duke University stadium renovation, River Walk at Central Park in Texas, and ecological infrastructure in North Carolina towns.
  • Uncommonly, they handle everything end‑to‑end—from funding and permit services to visualization and construction administration—to ensure seamless client delivery.
Culture + Values
  • Quality
  • Collaboration
  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Excellence
  • Customer Focus
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero 2050
Sustainability Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 through comprehensive environmental strategies.
  • Sustainable practices in engineering and design
  • Commitment to reducing carbon footprint
  • Incorporation of green infrastructure in projects
  • Focus on environmental impact in project delivery
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce
  • Promotes equitable opportunities across all levels
  • Gender parity in leadership roles and initiatives
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