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Survey Crew Chief
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What they do
A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$65,459 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Strong organizational and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to supervise field crews during various conventional, robotic and GPS land surveying projectsAbility to travel out of town on assignments.Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in land surveying required (preferably in construction staking environment)Associates degree in surveying/geomatics, civil engineering or related field preferredSIT or PLS preferred but not requiredKnowledge of Microsoft Excel, navigational programs, CADD programs and Trimble Business Center preferredExperience with Trimble data collection, GPS receivers and robotic total stations considered a plusDOT and route survey experience considered a plusCandidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the companys driving (MVR) policy.Corporate Information:
ESP is a multi-discipline engineering design and consulting firm providing our clients with civil engineering, surveying, planning/landscape architecture, geosciences, environmental, subsurface utility engineering, and construction engineering inspection.Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 186 on the 2026 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2026 ranking of 53. ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including: Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid HolidaysVTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)Behavioral Medicine through TeladocShort-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePet InsuranceEducation Reimbursement OpportunitiesFlexible and Dependent Benefits PlanReferral Bonuses