Survey Crew Chief

W & A Engineering, LLC•Athens, GA

7d•$25 - $35

About The Position

W&A Engineering is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to join our fast-paced Land Surveying team. Our ideal candidate will have experience in all types of land surveying, including ALTA surveys, boundary retracement surveys, topographic surveys, and construction staking. Experience with conventional surveying, robotic total stations, and RTK GPS equipment is required. Experience and familiarity with Carlson SurvCE software is beneficial. Candidates must be able to effectively train and guide other employees in tasks required for survey fieldwork, including equipment use, compass readings, and boundary evidence, proper instrument setup (includes builders level), understanding of errors in measurement, plat and worksheet comprehension, data collector use (including file transfer); stake driving (hub and tack, offsets, benchmarks), cutting traverse line, and safety awareness.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
Must be able to interpret directions from management, understand survey requirements per contracts and site development plans, and must be able to work independently and/or supervise personnel.
Must meet physical requirements needed to complete large scale boundaries, topographic route surveys, engineering design topographic surveys, and construction layout.

Nice To Haves

Experience and familiarity with Carlson SurvCE software is beneficial.
Ideal candidates will also possess the ability to maintain a working dialogue with existing clients to maintain relationships and obtain future work from those clients and their contacts.
Aligns with company values: Committed, Accountable, Resourceful, Expanding, and Socially Responsible
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Solid leadership skills
Knowledge of Survey field techniques, equipment, and tools
Working knowledge of construction industry standards, practices, and terminology
Ability to read and interpret survey plans
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Working knowledge of Carlson and Trimble equipment and software
Competency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Teams, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Survey Instrument Technicians to complete an assigned survey on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency
Train Survey Instrument Technicians on survey techniques, equipment usage, problem-solving, and safety procedures
Research historical data of site and plan services according to a timeline, in conjunction with Survey Project Manager
Perform land surveys, including ALTA surveys, boundary retracement surveys, topographic survey, and construction staking
Collect field data by using assigned survey field equipment, such as a data collector, base and rover, and/or total station
Troubleshoot issues with survey field equipment and escalate major concerns when necessary
Operate a company vehicle and update Fleet Manager on maintenance needs
Manage and maintain supplies and inventory in company vehicle brought on site
Review field data before sending to Survey Project Manager; collaborate and provide additional information during field data analysis process if necessary
Collaborate with internal departments on survey completion
Communicate with clients and superintendents on site regarding survey details and services provided
Coordinate the crew’s time entries for billing purposes