Survey Crew Chief

Overview

Lead field surveying operations for land development using Trimble equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• data capture
• control points
• survey layout
• calc review
• site coordination
• safety compliance

Tasks

Follow Atwell’s safety protocols and quality standards on every job. Double-check field calculations to ensure accuracy and consistency. Solve on-site challenges, interpret plans, and communicate clearly with contractors and engineers. Operate Trimble total stations, GPS, and data collectors to capture high-quality, reliable data. Work independently or guide a team member through the day’s layout and setup. Establish and locate vertical and horizontal control points with precision. Record detailed field notes and prepare accurate as-built documentation. Maintain your assigned equipment and vehicle with professionalism and pride. Take part in paid training, leadership development, and structured career pathing programs to advance your skills. Lead boundary, topographic, construction layout, and as-built surveys for land development projects. -Follow Atwell’s safety protocols and quality standards on every job. -Double-check field calculations to ensure accuracy and consistency. -Solve on-site challenges, interpret plans, and communicate clearly with contractors and engineers. -Operate Trimble total stations, GPS, and data collectors to capture high-quality, reliable data. -Work independently or guide a team member through the day’s layout and setup. -Establish and locate vertical and horizontal control points with precision. -Record detailed field notes and prepare accurate as-built documentation. -Maintain your assigned equipment and vehicle with professionalism and pride. -Take part in paid training, leadership development, and structured career pathing programs to advance your skills. -Lead boundary, topographic, construction layout, and as-built surveys for land development projects.

Requirements

• staking
• alta/nsps
• trimble
• crew chief
• 10+ yrs
• proactive

What You Bring

10+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief. Strong communication skills with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders. Trimble equipment experience preferred. Willingness to travel overnight occasionally (preferred). A proactive approach to solving problems and getting work done right. -Proven expertise in performing construction staking, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, topographic, boundary, and as-built surveys. -10+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief. -Strong communication skills with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders. -Trimble equipment experience preferred. -Willingness to travel overnight occasionally (preferred). -A proactive approach to solving problems and getting work done right.

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Benefits

Start your day in a company-provided truck, heading to project sites that make a visible impact. Atwell values the hands-on professionals who make precision happen in the field. We’ll give you the autonomy, technology, and support you need to perform at your best, plus clear pathways for career advancement and mentorship from leaders who’ve walked the same path. Atwell gives you more than a job, it gives you a career with direction. You’ll have access to career pathing, mentorship from senior survey leaders, and opportunities to grow into roles like Project Surveyor, Survey Project Manager, and beyond. We celebrate accuracy, leadership, and teamwork with spot bonuses, peer recognition, and real advancement opportunities. You’ll be part of a company that respects your skill, values your input, and invests in your success. Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. -Pet Insurance -Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP) -Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.) -Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance -Flexible work schedules are available for some positions -Paid Parental Leave -Competitive Compensation packages -Employee Referrals up to $5,000 -Generous Paid Time Off -Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards -Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group -Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options -Dependent Care Match -Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services -Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness -Start your day in a company-provided truck, heading to project sites that make a visible impact. -Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences -Student Loan Repayment up to $25K -Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals -401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation -Tuition Assistance -Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure

About Atwell, Llc

-Began as a civil engineering consultancy focused on land development projects. -Expanded into full-service offerings including surveying, environmental consulting, planning, and construction management. -Secured a senior credit facility to fuel growth and expansion efforts. -Typical projects span real estate, infrastructure, energy, and oil & gas sectors. -Multidisciplinary teams handle complex, cross-sector assignments blending engineering, planning, and execution.

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