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Job Title: Survey Crew Chief Job Description

The Survey Crew Chief is responsible for managing the daily field operations of a land survey crew, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism. This role requires technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction. An ideal candidate for this role has strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage field operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

+ Plan and oversee field surveys, including primary control, construction layout, and as-built surveys, ensuring the most efficient methods for data acquisition.

+ Maintain accurate records of work performed, including sketches, daily reports, timesheets, and other required documentation.

+ Communicate regularly with the Project Surveyor and technicians to align with project schedules and monitor work progress.

+ Represent the company professionally when interacting with clients, landowners, and other stakeholders.

+ Read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications to ensure all work meets required tolerances and standards.

+ Ensure land surveying vehicles and field equipment are properly maintained and operational.

+ Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and team success.

Essential Skills

+ Project management

+ Surveying

+ 5+ years of industry experience

+ Competent operating total stations, GNSS receivers, data collectors, and tablet PCs

+ Strong computer and technical skills

+ Strong communication skills (listening, writing)

+ Valid driver's license

+ Survey, Topographic surveys, Land development, Survey software

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior crew chief experience is preferred

+ Experience with Trimble equipment is preferred

+ Ability to travel for extended periods of time

+ Ability to work in all-weather climates

+ Ability to walk long distances through a variety of terrains and carry up to 80 lbs

+ Experience working with Trimble Survey Equipment

+ Ability to travel 70-80% of time

Work Environment

The role involves extended travel, with 70-80% of time spent traveling. This includes working in all-weather climates and walking long distances through various terrains. The company offers a customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, a Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, and a mentorship program. Additionally, there is a focus on women-focused leadership and development initiatives, milestone anniversary recognition, and a supportive company culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of NA, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $78000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.