Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief

Spicer Group•Independence, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SURVEY CREW CHIEF / PARTY CHIEF POSITION SUMMARY Spicer Group is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief to join our Independence, Ohio surveying operations. Immediate need requires someone with an understanding of construction projects and construction staking operations in support of major ODOT infrastructure projects. This person must be driven, hardworking and highly motivated. Support will be provided to leverage and help grow the surveying practice using the latest in surveying technology, including UAS, mobile LiDAR, static laser scanning, single and multibeam sonar, metrology and industrial measurement tools, and the very latest in robotics and GNSS surveying. THE COMPANY Spicer Group is a multi-disciplinary surveying and engineering company, with significant business emphasis and investment in its surveying capabilities. With offices in Ohio, Michigan and Georgia, Spicer Group has expanded its geographic footprint to the Ohio region to bring its depth of technology and resources, unwavering commitment to quality work, customer service and extreme responsiveness to our clients and partners. Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values. Spicer Group is committed to maintaining its tightly held private ownership, with no interest in selling to larger AEC firms. This commitment provides significant ownership opportunities for high performers and people that uphold our core values and build successful teams. Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to: Competitive Pay Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options 401(k)-match program Paid Holidays Sick and Vacation Days Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Excellent Working Conditions Work-Life Balance Fitness Reimbursement In addition to our benefits package, we host employee appreciation events throughout the year as a thank you to all our employees’ hard work and dedication!

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years experience working as a crew chief/party chief
Hard working, driven, determined to succeed
Remains calm under pressure
Works well with others, communicates well with staff and clients
Personable and easy to talk to
Organized, enjoys structure and process
High school diploma or equivalent education

Nice To Haves

Certified Survey Technician Level II or III a plus
Associates degree or Engineering/Surveying related college courses a plus

Responsibilities

Provides technical support working independently but under limited direction of Staff Surveyors, Project Surveyors or the Regional Survey Manager
Provides direction and guidance to technicians, and directs the field survey activities for small and large projects under minimal supervision of a senior staff member
Adheres to established company policies, follows all survey service group procedures, and assures the crew follows standard procedures
Performs field survey activities in accordance with standards set by the company, state statutes, and the surveying industry best practices
Discusses job assignments with clients, contractors, and other external sources
Responsible for the organization of job files for data storage, field notes, reports, and drawings
Performs trigonometry, geometry, algebra, coordinate geometry and various surveying computations
Operates and has knowledge of GNSS and robotic total station functions and capabilities
Good understanding of leveling practices, allowable closures, loop constraints, balancing and best industry practices
Assures crew adheres to procedures in the safety manual and uses all personal safety equipment provided
Plans daily activities considering possible multiple project schedules to ensure efficient completion of the work
Maintains assigned vehicle and survey equipment to ensure everything is kept neat, clean and in top working condition
Communicates with the entire crew and office staff about all aspects of the project and progress
Works without direct day-to-day supervision and makes technical and supervisory decisions for projects assigned within specified limits of authority
Prepares daily time sheets, data logs, topographic and staking reports, and manages field change orders
Provides input to Supervisor and Regional Manager for the formal performance evaluation of crew members under responsible charge
Able to work independently, when appropriate using robotic instruments and GNSS
Participates in Survey Department and/or crew training
Able to perform physically demanding work in all types of weather
Physical presence is an essential function of this job.