Chicagoland | Survey Crew Chief
My client, a well-established consulting firm with over 60 years of experience providing engineering, planning, and design services, is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to join their Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for a survey professional who enjoys hands-on field work while supporting projects with occasional in-office responsibilities.
- Lead one-person survey crews and supervise multi-person crews on a variety of survey projects, including boundary, topographic, construction staking, and as-built surveys
- Operate and maintain survey equipment such as GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and levels
- Interpret project plans, specifications, and control requirements to ensure accurate survey data
- Collect and accurately document field notes, sketches, and digital data for office processing
- Ensure compliance with company and industry safety standards
- Train and mentor crew members on field procedures and equipment use
- Communicate with project managers, engineers, and clients to resolve field issues and clarify requirements
- Manage daily schedules, crew logistics, and field resources
- Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of survey work
- Maintain survey vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working order
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of field surveying experience, including at least 1 year as a Survey Crew Chief
- Proficiency with GPS, robotic total stations, and related survey equipment
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; Trimble Business Center experience preferred
- Working knowledge of land surveying data collection procedures
- Strong understanding of survey fundamentals, field procedures, and construction staking
- IDOT project experience is a plus
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