Survey Crew Chief

Are you an experienced surveyor ready to take your career to the next level? Our Public Works, Structures & Survey group is looking for a Survey Crew Chief to join our team based in Duluth, Minn. In this role, you'll be responsible for performing field surveys, leading a survey crew, and ensuring the work meets the high level of quality LHB prides itself on. If you're passionate about precision, mentorship, and the opportunity to travel, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

As Survey Crew Chief, you'll have the opportunity to travel throughout the Midwest, allowing you to work on a wide range of exciting projects in different locations. At LHB, we offer a supportive environment where your skills will be valued. If you're ready to make an impact in the surveying industry, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:

Utility locates & 4-way sweeps
• Perform field surveys and calculations for construction, boundary, and topographic surveys
• Ensure team's performance in the field aligns with LHB QA/QC processes
• Train crew members and evaluate crew performance in the field
• Assist with ensuring that surveys comply with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Prepare field notes, reports, and necessary project-related correspondence
• Build and maintain solid client relationships with clear communication skills while interacting on job sites
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and perform other related work as assigned
• When needed, work in all weather conditions, near high-volume traffic, stand or walk for long periods of time

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Two years of previous experience working as a survey tech and/or crew chief
• Demonstrated knowledge of Total Station and GPS surveying equipment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must be willing to travel 80% or more
• Ability to perform moderate lifting (50 lbs.), standing, and walking for extended periods
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of team
• Strong work ethic, dependable, and motivated
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • A revoked, suspended, or canceled driver's license within the last five (5) years or three (3) serious traffic violations within the last three (3) years may disqualify a candidate.
• Upon receipt of an offer of employment, applicants must be able to successfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that will include a criminal/civil background check and drug screen, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree and/or Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Previous experience with 4-way sweep process highly desired
• Experience using Trimble equipment
• Experience with ArcGIS and CAD software
• Ability to evaluate, plan, direct, communicate, engage and oversee survey technician field work with varying degrees of complexity
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification

Salary Range

• This position's anticipated base hourly rate is $28 - $35 per hour. (This position is eligible for year-end bonuses.) Offer will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical and Dental
• HSA/FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, Parking Transportation)
• Basic Life and AD&D
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee-Owned Company/Opportunities to become a Shareholder

Required Submittals

• Resume

Closing Date: June 19, 2026

About LHB

Founded in Duluth in 1966, LHB is a multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, and planning firm known for our design leadership and loyalty to clients. LHB goes beyond good intentions and focuses on measurable performance. We specialize in public works, pipeline, industrial, housing, healthcare, government, education, and commercial design. LHB is dedicated to being environmentally responsible, reducing long-term operating costs, and improving the quality of life for our clients.

LHB does not sponsor applicants for work visas

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled