Survey Crew Chief

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Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Join our team as a Survey Crew Chief in Wexford, PA where you'll lead surveying operations with state-of-the-art technology. We are seeking a motivated individual with expertise in one-man field operations using robotic total stations and RTK GPS.  Projects typically involve mapping and property work to include the integration of drone-based aerial along with some construction stakeout.

Join our team, and your career will be amplified by a culture of empathy, innovation, and life balance, recognized by employees as the top firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group!

What You'll Do:

• Project Planning and Coordination:

  • Collaborate with project managers to understand survey requirements and objectives

  • Plan, prepare, and organize survey field projects, including the allocation of resources and equipment

• Team Management:

  • Lead and supervise a survey crew, providing guidance and direction to ensure efficient and accurate survey operations

  • Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills of survey team members.

  • Foster a positive and collaborative team environment

• Field Surveying:

  • Conduct field surveys using various surveying instruments, such as total stations, GPS receivers, data collectors, drones, and 3D scanners

  • Ensure that surveys are conducted in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and legal requirements

  • Oversee the collection of accurate field data and measurements

• Quality Control:

  • Implement quality control measures to verify the accuracy and reliability of survey data

  • Review and analyze survey data to identify and resolve discrepancies

• Equipment Maintenance:

  • Maintain and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment

  • Coordinate with the equipment manager to ensure that all surveying tools are in good working condition

• Client Interaction:

  • Communicate with clients to understand their surveying needs and address any concerns or issues

  • Provide regular updates on project progress and ensure client satisfaction

• Safety Compliance:

  • Enforce and adhere to safety protocols during field surveys to prevent accidents and injuries

  • Promote a culture of safety within the survey team

What You Bring:

• Associate degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related field; Higher education preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in land surveying with at least 1 of those years in project management 

• Proficient in the use of surveying instruments and software

• Capable of working primarily in an outdoor work environment and occasional office environment

• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without an accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Drone license is preferred

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities

• Familiarity with relevant regulations and best practices

Salary Range:

The compensation range starts at $33.65 and is based on experience and licensure.

Benefits: