Survey Crew Chief

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Survey Crew Chief Job Description The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for conducting surveys for various projects in Southwest and West Michigan. These projects range from private to municipal sectors, covering commercial building, education, multi-family, and industrial building sites. The role involves conducting Topographic, Boundary, Construction Layout, and ALTA surveys. The Survey Crew Chief will handle construction staking and operate survey equipment such as Trimble and GPS. The position requires work both in the field and at the office located in Kalamazoo. Responsibilities Review and adhere to project scope, ensuring all project information and files are well organized. Determine appropriate surveying techniques for each project. Gather survey data to map areas, measuring angles, distances, and elevations. Coordinate, perform, and supervise field work for a variety of standard survey types. Analyze plans, plats, and legal documents to effectively plan and schedule work. Draft and manage reports, descriptions, and documentation for all surveys performed. Create reports for construction staking. Ensure survey projects meet standards and that assigned tasks are completed timely. Maintain accurate record keeping, time tracking, and job charges. Oversee the maintenance of surveying equipment. Essential Skills 3+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief, independently running land survey projects or managing a survey field crew. 3+ years of experience with Topographic, Boundary, Construction Layout/Staking, and ALTA surveys. Proficiency in using Trimble and GPS survey equipment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with survey drones or holding a survey drone license is a plus. Work Environment This role is within a firm that provides professional civil engineering and land surveying services throughout the Midwest, with about 15 employees located in Kalamazoo, MI. The firm is small but highly detailed and effective in the projects and work they undertake. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $36.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

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