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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.
$71,431 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
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 Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Land Survey Crew Chief for our Rochester, NY office. This position will report to the manager of Land Surveying and will primarily be a field role, performing control, topographic and boundary/ROW surveys, but there will be times when office support will be required. Your Key Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to being in charge of field survey activities, including the following:- Understanding and executing the scope of work for each assignment.
- Providing direction and oversight of the instrument operator.
- Ensuring proper field techniques are used, and data quality checks are taking place.
- Ensuring proper safety measures are being followed.
- Providing debriefing to senior office staff after completion of assignments.
- Performing field reconnaissance of property & ROW evidence.
- Understanding the operation of total stations and GNSS equipment and their associated controllers and data collectors. Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Experience with NYSDOT surveying and mapping procedures, a plus
- Experience with Trimble robotics, a plus
- Experience with Trimble GNSS, a plus
- Experience with terrestrial LiDAR, a plus
- Experience with sUAS, a plus
- Experience with traverse and level run adjustments, a plus
- Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, a plus
- Data processing/importing, DTM creation and CADD knowledge required (Autodesk Civil 3D and Bentley Microstation with InRoads are both utilized)
- Ability to perform physical work (i.e., strenuous walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), carrying / loading equipment, etc.
- A valid Driver's license is required, with a clean driving record to operate company vehicle
- Good communication skills are required.
- Some travel to project sites is required. The amount of travel varies. (All travel is within the work week. No stays over the weekend are typically required. All allowable lodging and meal costs are reimbursed). Education and Experience
- 5-10+ years of experience in land surveying
- Bachelor or an Associate degree in Land Surveying, a plus 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.
Pay Range:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas
- 67,300.00
- $97,600.00 Annually
Pay Transparency:
- In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary:
- Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
Primary Location:
- United States | NY | Rochester
Organization:
- BC-2104 CommDev-US Northeast
Employee Status:
- Regular
Business Justification:
- Replacement
Travel:
- Yes
Schedule:
- Full time
Job Posting:
- 06/08/2026 02:08:51
Req ID:
- 1005069Stantec 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.