Survey Crew Chief

BETA Group, Inc.•Meriden, CT

8d•$74,000 - $98,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At BETA Group, Inc., we believe great work starts with great people. As a growing employee-owned company, our people have a stake in what we build and a voice in where we go next. BETA brings together talented professionals across civil engineering, environmental services, GIS, landscape architecture, and planning. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to take on diverse, complex projects and deliver solutions that help improve the communities where we live and work. We are looking for an experienced Survey Crew Chief to join our newest office in Meriden, CT. This field position is a great opportunity to take ownership, lead from the front, work with advanced surveying technology, collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines, and contribute to projects that make a lasting impact. As a Survey Crew Chief, you will lead survey crews on a wide variety of projects throughout Connecticut and New England. Your work will directly support the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure that communities rely on every day.

Requirements

5+ years of professional land surveying or related experience
Experience coordinating field survey activities and managing crew assignments.
Strong understanding of surveying principles, field procedures, control, data collection, and construction layout
Proficient with Trimble and/or Topcon robotic total stations and GPS equipment
Experience with Trimble Business Center, Carlson Survey, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar survey data processing software.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Extensive experience performing construction staking and layout for transportation, utility, and site development projects.
Ability to read and interpret plans, survey documents, deeds, plans, and construction drawings
Familiarity with survey requirements associated with local, state, and utility projects.
Strong technical aptitude and an eagerness to learn
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, or related field
Connecticut LSIT or PLS licensure
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification
Experience with laser scanning, UAV/drone surveying, and subsurface utility engineering
Experience working on agency, municipal, and utility infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

Conduct and oversee survey crews on assigned projects
Utilize robotic total stations and GPS units to precisely map sites and collect high-quality field data
Lead crews on projects including compressor stations, substations, and DEEP boundaries
Perform accurate and efficient construction staking for projects
Assist with subsurface utility engineering and laser scanning projects
Perform deed research and assemble map records
Maintain detailed and precise field notes and electronic survey records
Ensure the safety of your crew, equipment, and surrounding work environment
Work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, utility representatives, and other professionals
Identify field conditions, solve problems, and communicate issues that could impact project quality or schedule
Properly operate, maintain, and care for surveying equipment
Support additional project and field activities as needed, with other duties and responsibilities assigned based on project needs
Train and mentor junior survey staff and instrument operators
Verify quality and completeness of field data prior to office processing
Coordinate field activities with property owners, clients, contractors, and utility companies
Ensure compliance with company QA/QC standards
Assist with preparation of daily reports and project documentation