Survey Crew Chief
About The Position
Join the dynamic Survey/Geospatial team at Colliers Engineering & Design in Columbia, MD! We’re looking for a driven, adaptable Survey Crew Chief who can follow direction and think independently. Help us capture high-precision data from the air, ground, and subsurface using cutting-edge technology—faster, safer, and more accurately than ever. Accelerate your career and grow into a geospatial industry leader with us! This position requires proactive initiative and is for a leadership role in the field. You will be expected to function on a team and at times independently to complete field missions. Must be able to complete a diverse range of survey projects including but not limited to: ROW/Easement surveys; utility surveys; 3D scanning; horizontal and vertical control surveys; construction layout; topographic surveys; aerial ground control surveys; Boundary and ALTA surveys for residential, commercial and government projects.
Requirements
- 8 years of field survey experience and at least 3 years of experience as a Party Chief, or equivalent knowledge.
- Strong understanding of Survey and Mapping specifications and standards.
- Candidates must be proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques and coding, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations and leveling.
- Expected to have knowledge of proper GPS control methods and techniques.
- Well-versed in boundary surveys and a thorough understanding of the pertinent physical and possession evidence to be documented and collected in the field.
- Experience with or ability to learn 3D scanning.
- Candidate must be a self-starter, with little need for supervision once provided with a work assignment.
- Must be able to work in inclement weather.
- Willingness to travel.
- A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
- Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.
Nice To Haves
- Enrollment in or completed survey related coursework preferred.
- LSIT preferred.
- FAA 107 drone license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete a diverse range of survey projects including but not limited to: ROW/Easement surveys; utility surveys; 3D scanning; horizontal and vertical control surveys; construction layout; topographic surveys; aerial ground control surveys; Boundary and ALTA surveys for residential, commercial and government projects.
- Function on a team and at times independently to complete field missions.
Benefits
- company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- paid pregnancy disability leave
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- life insurance
- a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
- paid time off that includes parental and military leave
- employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
- reimbursement for education
- a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
- mentorship program
- wellness program
- Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
