Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

Overview

Supervise land survey crew, plan data acquisition, and manage field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• data collection
• equipment maintenance
• crew supervision
• client interaction
• report prep
• survey planning

Tasks

-Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices -Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding land survey project schedule and work progress -Collect/interpret survey data and document accurate field notes, sketches, and communications -Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority -Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork -Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment -Supervise a land survey crew for the daily field operations of gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout -Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners -Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly -Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed

Requirements

• total stations
• gnss
• laser scanner
• trimble
• 5+ years
• driver's license

What You Bring

-Read and interpret construction drawings/plans and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances -5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred -Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal) -Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills -Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs -Valid, current driver’s license required -Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs -Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed -Experience with Trimble equipment preferred -Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude

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Benefits

-Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being -Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families -Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks -Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend -Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program

About Sam

-Based in Austin, the company has grown through strategic acquisitions to become North America’s largest geospatial services provider. -Privately held and backed by Peak Rock Capital, SAM demonstrates strong financial support. -Generates annual revenue by transforming spatial data into actionable insights. -Typical projects range from utility coordination and subsurface utility engineering to LiDAR mapping.

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