Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design • Brentwood, TN

9d

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an energetic, adaptable, solutions-driven Crew Chief for its Survey/Geospatial team. Based out of the Brentwood, Tennessee office, the role involves advanced field surveying using modern technology to collect and interpret data accurately, safely, and efficiently. Projects include right-of-way and utility surveys, 3D scanning, horizontal and vertical control surveys, construction layout, residential and commercial properties, topographic surveys, aerial ground control surveys, boundary surveys, and ALTA surveys.

The position requires regular travel throughout Tennessee and the Southeast, with schedules that may change frequently in response to client demands, project locations, and field conditions. Short-notice travel may be required. The Crew Chief must be able to work in inclement weather and participate in pre-employment and ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.

The company describes its offering as including a safe and comfortable work environment, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to contribute to society through projects and company-sponsored activities. It also supports work-life balance and professional growth through its compensation package, education resources, mentorship, wellness programming, and other employee programs.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of field survey experience.
• Proficiency with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations, and leveling.
• Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanners.
• Experience with mapping, boundary surveys, and topographic surveys.
• Experience with construction stakeout.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision after receiving a work assignment.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Willingness to travel, including regular travel throughout Tennessee and the Southeast and travel on short notice.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; motor vehicle record will be checked and monitored.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.
• Ability to accommodate a dynamic schedule that may change frequently based on client demands, project locations, and field conditions.
• Must complete a pre-employment drug screen and participate in the employer's ongoing random drug and alcohol testing program.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform advanced field surveys within the project scope and budget, using efficient methods and applicable standards of practice.
• Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
• Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and timely reports of daily activity.
• Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and other land surveys with minimal office support.
• Prepare or receive health and safety checklists, and review and instruct crew members on hazards and required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain, transport, and operate surveying instruments and equipment, and prepare job sites for surveys.
• Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual.
• Mentor and train junior field staff to support their career advancement.
• Work on projects including right-of-way surveys, utility surveys, 3D scanning, horizontal and vertical control surveys, construction layout, residential and commercial properties, topographic surveys, aerial ground control surveys, boundary surveys, and ALTA surveys.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral bonuses and professional license bonuses.
• Straight-time compensation for exempt employees' billable hours worked beyond 40 billable hours in a work week.
• Education reimbursement.
• Free in-house access to educational and self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Philanthropic opportunities.
• Safe and comfortable work environment and potential for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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