Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

SAM, LLC • , PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAM is hiring Survey Crew Chiefs for various areas throughout Central to Eastern Pennsylvania. This role involves supervising a land survey crew for daily field operations, gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout. The Survey Crew Chief will determine the most efficient plan of action for data acquisition, read and interpret construction drawings/plans, and understand project specifications and tolerances. Responsibilities include communicating with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding project schedule and progress, interacting professionally with clients and landowners, and solving problems within their authority. The role also requires collecting and interpreting survey data, documenting accurate field notes, sketches, and communications, preparing daily reports and paperwork, and maintaining survey vehicles and equipment while adhering to company safety procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience
• Prior crew chief experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards
• Competent operating robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels, tablet PCs
• Strong computer, technical, and mathematical skills
• Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
• Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Trimble equipment preferred
• Local Pennsylvania candidates preferred, unless willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a land survey crew for the daily field operations of gathering data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
• Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed
• Read and interpret construction drawings/plans and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances
• Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and technicians regarding land survey project schedule and work progress
• Interact professionally with client representatives and landowners
• Anticipate, prevent, and solve problems within authority
• Collect/interpret survey data and document accurate field notes, sketches, and communications
• Document all phases of land survey operations neatly and orderly
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
• Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date
• Dental plans available
• Free vision coverage for employees
• Company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance
• HSA + FSA plans
• SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K
• Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Optional cellphone stipend
• Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays
• Parental leave to support families
• Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications
• Project Manager Business Academy
• CAD Training Program
• Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins
• SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development
• Milestone Anniversary Recognition
• SAMbassador mentorship program
• Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases
• Company-sponsored events
• Free office snacks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed