Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief

Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief Spicer Group, Inc. Columbus, GA Job Details 5 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Safety equipment provided Qualifications Trigonometry Data storage Robotic systems Outdoor work Filing Practicing in the surveying industry Technical support High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Geometry Algebra Training & development Senior level Construction staking 4 years Associate's degree Total stations Crew management Construction change order management Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Project scheduling Performance evaluation Full Job Description

SURVEY CREW CHIEF / PARTY CHIEF GEOSPATIAL SERVICE LINE POSITION SUMMARY

Spicer Group is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Survey Crew Chief / Party Chief to join our Georgia surveying operations. This is a unique opportunity that requires an individual with experience and understanding of construction projects and construction staking operations in support of major infrastructure projects. This person must be driven, hardworking and highly motivated. Support will be provided to leverage and help grow the surveying practice using the latest in surveying technology, including UAS, mobile LiDAR, static laser scanning, single and multibeam sonar, metrology and industrial measurement tools, and the very latest in robotics and GNSS surveying. This is a long-term career opportunity to be a leader within our Georgia survey team.

THE COMPANY

Spicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. With offices in Georgia, Ohio, and Michigan, Spicer Group continues to expand its geographic footprint. We are committed to providing our teams with technical support throughout these offices to continually build upon our success year after year. Spicer Group was given the prestigious Firm of the Year Award for 2025, recognized by ACEC. Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values. Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to: Competitive Pay Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options 401(k)-match program Paid Holidays Sick and Vacation Days Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Excellent Working Conditions Work-Life Balance Fitness Reimbursement

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides technical support working independently but under limited direction of Staff Surveyors, Project Surveyors, Regional Survey Manager or Geospatial Director Provides direction and guidance to technicians, and directs the field survey activities for small and large projects under minimal supervision of a senior staff member Adheres to established company policies, follows all Geospatial Service Line procedures, and assures the crew follows standard procedures Performs field survey activities in accordance with standards set by the company, state statutes, and the surveying industry best practices Discusses job assignments with clients, contractors, and other external sources Responsible for the organization of job files for data storage, field notes, reports, and drawings Performs trigonometry, geometry, algebra, coordinate geometry and various surveying computations Operates and has knowledge of GNSS and robotic total station functions and capabilities Good understanding of leveling practices, allowable closures, loop constraints, balancing and best industry practices Assures crew adheres to procedures in the safety manual and uses all personal safety equipment provided Plans daily activities considering possible multiple project schedules to ensure efficient completion of the work Maintains assigned vehicle and survey equipment to ensure everything is kept neat, clean and in top working condition Communicate with the entire crew and office staff about all aspects of the project and progress Works without direct day-to-day supervision and makes technical and supervisory decisions for projects assigned within specified limits of authority Prepares daily timesheets, data logs, topographic and staking reports, and manages field change orders Provides input to Supervisor and Service Line Director for the formal performance evaluation of crew members under responsible charge Able to work independently, when appropriate using robotic instruments and GNSS Participates in Geospatial Service Line and/or crew training Able to perform physically demanding work in all types of weather Physical presence is an essential function of this job. The list of specific duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a logical assignment to the position.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent Certified Survey Technician Level II or III (CST III) Advanced knowledge of the Crew Chief role Ability to effectively lead and direct a group of survey technicians Strong communication skills, works well with staff and clients Ability to perform physically demanding work in all type of weather Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

4+ years experience working as a crew chief/party chief Associates degree or Engineering/Surveying related college courses a plus

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled