Survey Crew Chief

Description

• Maintain accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performance.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment, including total stations, digital levels, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Pursue continuing education and training to maintain surveying certifications and licenses.
• Communicate daily with Project Surveyors and CAD technicians regarding project schedule and work progress.
• Conduct traverses and level loops using high accuracy techniques and equipment to establish primary and secondary control.
• Provide regular progress updates and communicate any issues encountered in the field.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor equipment repairs as needed.
• Stay current with advancements in surveying technology and best practices.
• Lead and supervise a survey team in the field, ensuring efficient and accurate data collection.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of survey activities, measurements, and data.
• Assign tasks to team members, provide guidance, and oversee their work.
• Maintain NV5 company truck and equipment.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment to ensure accurate measurements.
• Establish boundary markers and reference points using high accuracy surveying techniques.
• Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition, beginning with the primary control through any other potential Survey tasks, such as topographic surveys, boundary surveys, right of way staking, construction layout, etc.
• Prepare and preserve field notes and documentation.
• Ensure that survey data meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Perform quality control checks on collected data and survey documentation.
• Transfer collected field data to computer systems for further analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Research and review land records, legal documents, and historical survey data to determine property boundaries.
• Ensure that the surveying team follows safety protocols and practices in the field. Maintain a high level of safety in the field. This includes safe driving habits, safe and proper use of equipment, site safety as required, and the use of proper Personal Protection Equipment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining surveying equipment and software.
• Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, including boundary determination and topographic mapping.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years party chief experience.
• An associates degree or bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related field is a plus, or relevant work experience.
• 5+ years of land surveying experience

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance