Survey Crew Chief
$70,000–$85,000 year
On-siteShorewood, Illinois, United States
Shorewood, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$70,000–$85,000 yearSenior Level
Full TimeSenior Level
Job Summary
Lead daily field operations under a Licensed Professional Surveyor by overseeing crews executing boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, route, and utility surveys. Operate Trimble GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors to collect accurate data, interpret plats and engineering drawings, and verify results before office submission. Coordinate project schedules, maintain vehicles and equipment, and train technicians while promoting safety and OSHA compliance. Communicate with project managers, contractors, and clients to drive major infrastructure and development projects across the Midwest.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief
- Strong knowledge of land surveying principles and field procedures
- Boundary Surveys
- ALTA/NSPS Surveys
- Topographic Surveys
- Construction Staking
- Trimble GPS
- Robotic Total Stations
- Data Collectors
- Ability to interpret legal descriptions, plats, and engineering drawings
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Must be at least 21 years old
Desired Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology
- Illinois Surveyor Intern (S.I.)
- Experience with IDOT standards
- Civil 3D
- Trimble Business Center
- Utility surveying experience
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