Survey Crew Chief

Job Description

OVERVIEW : This person is responsible for the operation of a field survey crew. Perform Land Surveying - Topographic, Boundary, Construction Staking, ALTA, As-Built. Organize field work, direct crew members, maintain a safe work environment, protect and maintain the equipment and vehicles, accurately and efficiently collect field data and locating features, deliver data to the office, maintain accurate records of work and expenses. Will work primarily in the greater Charlottesville VA area travel to other VA locations - Per Diem paid for travel work

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years progressive experience in survey field operations with no less than 1 year as a survey crew chief
• Experienced performing Construction Staking, Topographic and Boundary Surveying for Civil Site Land Development.
• Good technical skills: behavioral traits of process oriented, steady, helpful, analytical, problem solver, likes work alone when required, methodical, consistent, detail oriented, precise, hates mistakes, likes structure.
• Proficiency with survey equipment (total stations, data collectors and GPS equipment).
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

DURING YOUR WORKDAY, YOU WILL:

• Be responsible for the operation of field survey crews working primarily on projects in central Virginia (Norfolk).
• Organize field work with these major objectives:
• quality (accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, meet regulatory requirements, public relations)
• safety
• meeting schedules
• meeting budgets
• providing responsive service to clients.
• Accurately and efficiently collect field data and locating features, deliver data to the office, maintain accurate records of work and expenses.
• Requires a lot of walking outside year-round through all kinds of terrain and in extreme heat and cold.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed’s Core Values & Culture.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

WHAT WE OFFER : Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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