Land Survey Crew Leader

Dewberry • Gainesville, VA

20h • $65,000 - $84,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking an experienced Land Survey Crew Leader for its Gainesville, Virginia office. The role involves leading and supervising a survey crew, coordinating with office staff, and performing a range of surveys using current surveying equipment and technology. The successful candidate will be responsible, motivated, detail-oriented, able to work in a team environment, and capable of working independently as a one-person crew when required. The role offers advancement opportunities for someone willing to develop alongside changes in crew-leader skills and technology.

Dewberry is a professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. The company emphasizes high-quality client service, collaboration, innovative and complex projects, personal integrity, and an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience as a crew leader.
• High school diploma or equivalent at minimum.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Ability to follow directions and ensure procedures and policies are followed.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Good computer and data collector skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction-related plans and documents.
• Knowledge of remote sensing practices, including UAS, ground and aerial LiDAR, and mobile and static laser scanning.
• Good communication and organizational skills, including the ability to maintain accurate notes and records.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check.
• Must pass a drug test if required.
• Dependability.
• Physical ability to work outdoors and on construction sites in all weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat, lift 50 pounds, and stand for long periods on varied surfaces.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience with Trimble survey equipment, including GPS, robotics, total stations, and data collectors.
• FAA Part 107 Certification or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with the field coordinator, project managers, and other office staff.
• Work safely and follow all safety regulations.
• Supervise all members of the survey crew.
• Work independently as a one-person crew when required.
• Upload and download data collectors daily.
• Care for and charge survey instrumentation daily.
• Continually develop knowledge of technology and equipment upgrades.
• Perform boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, right-of-way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, and construction surveys.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED