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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.
$66,230 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Category:
Engineering Job Type:
Permanent Branch:
Cherry Hill Salary:
$ 30.00- $ 45.
Phone:
(856) 773-5800 We are hiring an experienced Survey Crew Chief to support a growing civil engineering practice in. This is a predominantly field‑based role (approximately 90%) supporting a wide range of surveying projects, including boundary, topographic, ALTA, construction layout, and transportation work. Responsibilities- Lead field survey operations for boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, construction layout, and transportation projects
- Operate GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors
- Perform survey calculations and ensure data accuracy
- Review and download field data daily for office processing
- Coordinate with survey project managers to plan field work efficiently
- Communicate field conditions, progress, and issues clearly to internal teams Job Requirements Requirements
- 3-5+ years of hands‑on field surveying experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a survey crew member
- Proficiency with GPS data collection and field‑to‑finish workflows
- Valid driver"s license
- Must be able to work Monday to Friday from 7am to 3:30pm Preferences
- Field experience as a Survey Crew Chief or Party Chief
- Experience with AutoCAD, Carlson, and/or Civil 3D
- Experience processing field data, setting up stakeouts, and supporting office survey workflows Apply Now If you're a trusted, experienced Survey Crew Chief who enjoys autonomy in the field while being part of a supportive team, we'd like to hear from you.