Chainman/Survey Assistant

Strong communities don't just happen. They're thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities.

The result:

vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home. If you're passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable. Your Opportunity Stantec is looking for a Chainman/Survey Assistant to join our Community Development group. We provide our clients with a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. You will work with direct supervision and general direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Party Chief. You will perform land surveying, mapping and data collection activities. Your Key Responsibilities

• Independently performs surveying assignments, making accurate measurements, and providing data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation and dimension of land or land features.
• Operates and maintains instruments and measuring devices including levels, Trimble robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
• Transfers survey data to the proper files in the computer network and acquires data for field use.
• Loads vehicles with tools and equipment, ensuring materials are loaded correctly.
• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• May assist in preparation of survey drawings using AutoCAD or GIS software.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Your Capabilities and Credentials
• Strong mathematical skills required
• Good communication abilities required
• Solid computer skills and basic understanding of Microsoft computer applications
• Experience with field survey equipment preferred
• Experience with CAD and survey software preferred
• Ability to travel for extended periods preferred
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required as driving company vehicles is a requirement of the job.

Education and Experience Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

• Pay Range:

• Locations in

CO, HI, IL, MD

& Various CA, NJ Areas

• 54,000.00
• $75,600.00 Annually

• Primary Location:

• United States | HI | Honolulu

• Organization:

• BC-2042 CommDev-US West

• Employee Status:

• Regular

• Business Justification:

• New Position

• Travel:

• Yes

• Schedule:

• Full time

• Job Posting:

• 24/03/2026 06:03:08

• Req ID:

• 1005030Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.