Senior Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design • Buford, GA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations in Buford, GA. This role involves leading diverse surveying projects for public and private clients, taking charge in the field, solving challenges on site, and ensuring precision. The successful candidate will work with advanced technology, collaborate with skilled professionals, and contribute to community-shaping projects. Colliers is a nationally recognized firm that values innovation, collaboration, and career growth, offering a leadership opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Requirements

• High School/GED or equivalent
• 7+ years of related experience
• 2+ years as Crew Chief, or graduate of an accredited four-year survey degree program
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• Advanced knowledge of surveying practices and equipment.
• Ability to effectively handle surveying equipment.
• Effectively work as a team, collaborate, contribute and respect others.
• Knowledge of math, geometry and trigonometry for the purpose of performing calculations.
• Advanced organizational and prioritization skills.
• Use of other computer software: Trimble Connect, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Knowledge of Trimble Access’s features to include the use of 3D linework and models. Use of “General Survey” and “Roads”.
• Familiarity with the TSC5 and/or TSC 7.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored.
• Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a related field preferred.
• CST level II preferred.
• Ability to obtain Drone License 107.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform an increased variety of field surveys within the defined project scope and budget, using the most efficient methods, and in accordance with applicable standards of practice.
• Supervise and direct other survey crew members.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
• Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports of daily activity in a timely manner.
• Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with moderate assistance from office support team.
• Prepare cut sheets for construction assignments as needed.
• Review and determine the validity of data collection.
• Demonstrate initiative in analyzing and developing solutions to issues encountered on projects.
• Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual.
• Maintain, transport, and operate the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Adhere to corporate and client Health and Safety program(s) and all applicable SOPs.
• Prepare or receive from the PM, the Health, and Safety Checklists. Review and instruct other crew personnel on all safety hazards, PPE, etc. associated with the work being performed.
• Use and instruct others to properly use Total Stations, Data Collector, GNSS, and other specialized survey equipment to collect data.
• Ability to perform a GPS calibration and run a Level Loop with a Digital Level.
• Ability to troubleshoot common GPS/Radio issues.
• Electronically transfer field data files, photos and associated forms to office team daily.
• Mentor field survey staff to facilitate advancement.

Benefits

• Company paid medical coverage
• Company paid dental coverage
• Company paid vision coverage
• Paid pregnancy disability leave
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth
• Paid time off that includes parental leave
• Paid time off that includes military leave
• Employee referral bonuses
• Professional license bonuses
• Straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
• Reimbursement for education
• Free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
• Mentorship program
• Wellness program
• Women’s Organization
• Ongoing philanthropic opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees