Survey Crew Chief

Atwell•Munster, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced and driven Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations. This role involves directing instrument personnel and performing a wide range of surveying services including houseline, topographic, tree, wetland, boundary, ALTA, control surveys, bench loops, and construction staking. The Survey Crew Chief will be a key field leader responsible for ensuring projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with Atwell’s quality standards. This position offers the opportunity for true ownership of projects, leadership, and the ability to make a visible impact.

Requirements

High school diploma and/or surveying degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
Valid driver’s license
Proven ability to lead field survey crews and direct instrument personnel
Strong technical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and meet project demands
Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and ownership
Fluent in English

Responsibilities

Lead field survey operations and direct instrument personnel.
Perform a wide range of surveying services including houseline, topographic, tree, wetland, boundary, ALTA, control surveys, bench loops, and construction staking.
Oversee daily survey activities from start to finish, coordinating crews and managing equipment.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for clients and project teams.
Interpret engineering plans and identify potential field issues.
Make sound decisions within the scope of each project.
Execute a full range of survey services with precision, including commercial building column staking, record drawings, and as-constructed surveys.
Perform control surveys, bench loops, and construction staking.
Ensure all data is collected, recorded, and transferred accurately using field equipment and software such as Trimble Business Center.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with Survey Project Managers, staff surveyors, clients, and site superintendents.
Provide daily check-ins on-site, updates on workload or scope changes, and ensure projects stay on track.
Manage field logistics, including maintaining equipment and vehicles, stocking supplies, uploading and downloading data and calibration files.
Keep detailed, organized field notes and sketches.
Responsible for accurate time tracking and reporting.
Mentor and train instrument personnel, survey interns, and team members cross-training in the field.
Help develop other crew chiefs.
Continuously look for ways to improve field processes, equipment usage, and overall quality standards.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers
Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals
Annual Wellness Reimbursement
Dependent Care Match
Medical (BC/BS)
Dental (Delta)
Vision (VSP)
Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services