Survey Crew Chief

Job Title: Survey Crew Chief

Location: Multiple Locations IN

Position Summary

The Survey Crew Chief is responsible for leading field survey operations, overseeing survey crews, and ensuring the accurate collection of surveying data for a variety of transportation, land development, and infrastructure projects. This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise, leadership, and field coordination to deliver high-quality results safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily survey field crews, assigning tasks and ensuring productivity and safety standards are met

• Perform and oversee field surveys including boundary, topographic, construction staking, right-of-way, and as-built surveys

• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS units, data collectors, and levels

• Ensure field data is accurate, complete, and properly documented for transfer to office staff and project teams

• Read, interpret, and implement survey plans, plats, construction drawings, and specifications

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to support project schedules and objectives

• Conduct field calculations, layout verification, and quality control checks

• Adhere to state surveying standards, project requirements, and company safety policies

• Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition

• Assist with training and mentoring junior survey staff

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in surveying or a related field preferred

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive field survey experience, including leadership responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of surveying principles, methods, and best practices

• Proficiency with modern survey instruments and data collection software

• Valid driver's license with the ability to operate company vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

• Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure

• Experience with transportation, roadway, or civil infrastructure projects

• Familiarity with Indiana surveying standards and practices

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in the field

• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make sound field decisions

• Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based with regular outdoor work

• Occasional office coordination and documentation tasks

• Some overtime and travel within the region may be required depending on project schedules