Survey Crew Chief

Atlas Atlas • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Survey Crew Chief, you’ll lead field survey work that helps project teams build with confidence. This role supports construction layout, boundary, and topographic survey efforts, with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, communication, and dependable field execution. It’s a hands-on opportunity to do meaningful work that supports the places where people live, work, and move every day. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of relevant survey experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in construction layout, boundary, and topographic survey work.
• Strong working knowledge of Robotic Total Stations and RTK GPS.
• Solid math skills and the ability to interpret plats, legal descriptions, and field data accurately.
• The ability to work outdoors in changing weather and terrain, lift and carry up to 40 pounds, and work overtime when needed.

Nice To Haves

• An FAA Part 107 drone license is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey activities for construction layout, boundary, and topographic projects, with safety and quality at the center of the work.
• Operate and use Robotic Total Stations and RTK GPS equipment to collect, verify, and manage survey data in the field.
• Read and interpret legal descriptions and survey plats, and calculate points needed to support accurate field layout.
• Coordinate work in the field with site superintendents and communicate clearly about progress, needs, and changes.
• Guide and delegate work for up to two crew members while also being comfortable working independently when needed.
• Send, receive, and manage electronic survey files using a laptop and data collector to support efficient, well-documented field operations.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• 401(k) and company match.
• Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• clear career paths, learning resources and development programs
• internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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