Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

US-NY-Melville

Job ID: 26-7987

# of Openings: 1

Category: Survey

Melville

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence.

At SAM, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

• The geomatics crew chief oversees the daily field operations of a land survey crew
• Determine most efficient plan of action for data acquisition for field surveys ranging from primary control through construction layout and as-built surveys, as needed
• Proficient with documentation of work performed and sketches
• Communicate daily with Project Surveyor and technician regarding land survey project schedule and work progress
• Interact professionally with client representative and land owners
• Read and interpret construction drawings/specifications and understand all aspects of the land survey project specifications and tolerances
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and other required paperwork
• Maintain land surveying vehicle and field equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience, prior crew chief experience is preferred
• Competent operating total stations, GNSS receivers, data collectors, and tablet PCs
• Experience with Trimble equipment is preferred
• Part 107 licensure or ability to obtain licensure
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Strong communication skills (listening, writing and verbal)
• Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude
• Ability to travel for extended periods
• Ability to work in all-weather climates
• Ability to walk long distances through a variety of terrains and carry up to 80lbs
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards, clean background check and drug screening