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Job Title: Land Survey Crew Chief

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Land Surveyor / Crew Chief to lead a crew on projects throughout the Southeastern region, based out of the Raleigh office, supporting projects around the coast of North Carolina. The ideal candidate will work independently and lead a small team, primarily consisting of two individuals. The major objectives of this position include ensuring quality, accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, regulatory compliance, and maintaining public relations, safety, meeting schedules, staying within budgets, and providing responsive service to clients.

Responsibilities

+ Locate, review, and research job locations to identify landmarks, physical objects, and significant land changes that would affect the survey.

+ Supervise the work of the survey crew, evaluate priorities, and coordinate and organize work efforts.

+ Monitor the standard of work being performed and derive necessary field calculations from completed work.

+ Oversee the maintenance of instruments and equipment.

+ Ensure angles, distances, and collected information are accurate and conform to regulations and standards.

+ Coordinate project findings with engineering personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.

+ Research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.

+ Determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.

+ Maintain accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed.

+ Complete daily logs and expense reports.

+ Fill out company and/or client safety forms and ensure all crew members follow safety procedures.

+ Consult with computer operators and review the final production of work performed.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of progressive experience in survey field operations, including at least 2 years as an Instrument Operator.

+ Proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as Total Stations, Data Collectors, and GPS equipment.

+ Good technical skills and behavioral traits including being process-oriented, steady, helpful, analytical, a problem solver, methodical, consistent, detail-oriented, precise, and structured.

+ Familiarity with commonly used surveying terms and the use and care of survey tools and field equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

+ Some overnight travel may be required.

Work Environment

The position is based out of the Raleigh, NC office, with the majority of time spent in the field. There may be travel within the region, including North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Compensation will be provided for overnight stays when travel extends beyond a daily commute. The primary workload is within a daily commute, but there is an expectation for travel, which could be up to 60%.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 hybrid position in Wilmington,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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