Woolpert
Geospatial Services
ConstructionSurveyCrewChief
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Construction Survey Crew Chief at Woolpert. Skills: Construction surveying, Field leadership, Survey equipment operation. Lead survey field crew. Perform construction staking”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot field issues
Work authorization required, Overnight travel, Work overtime, Physical demands, Work outdoors, Lift 40 pounds, Lift 100 pounds
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma or G. E. D, 5+ years construction surveying experience, Experience with construction staking workflows, Proficient in operating survey instruments, Proficient computer skills, Ability to travel overnight, Ability to work overtime, Mentally and physically capable of performing duties, Pass pre-employment driver's license background check, Maintain satisfactory driving record, Pass periodic drug testing
Nice to Have
Associate or Bachelor’s degree, Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA certifications, Passing NCEES Fundamentals of Surveying exam, FAA Part 107 certification, Certified Remote Pilot certification, Experience in CAD (Civil3D), Knowledge of machine control, Knowledge of 3D modeling workflows, Ability to operate ground penetrating radar, Ability to operate electromagnetic locators
What You'll Do.
Lead survey field crew
Perform construction staking
Perform layout for roads
Perform layout for utilities
Perform layout for grading
Perform layout for structures
Perform layout for site improvements
Interpret engineering plans
Interpret digital terrain models
Interpret construction documents
Translate design into field layout
Operate survey equipment
Maintain survey equipment
Troubleshoot field issues
Ensure equipment calibration
Ensure equipment functionality
Prepare detailed field notes
Prepare field sketches
Document survey activities
Establish horizontal control
Establish vertical control
Support construction activities
Ensure accuracy of layout points
Ensure completeness of layout points
Ensure accuracy of survey deliverables
Ensure completeness of survey deliverables
Conduct as-built surveys
Document completed work
Meet project quality requirements
Meet company quality requirements
Coordinate with project managers
Coordinate with engineers
Coordinate with superintendents
Coordinate with subcontractors
Support construction sequencing
Ensure proper data coding
Ensure proper data documentation
Transfer data to office staff
Practice safety protocols
Promote safe working environment
Maintain PPE inventory
Perform safety checks on equipment
Perform safety checks on procedures
Perform safety checks on vehicles
Train instrument operators
Train field technicians
Develop instrument operators
Develop field technicians
Improve crew performance
Improve technical capability
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with project managers; Coordinate with engineers; Coordinate with superintendents; Coordinate with subcontractors
Communication Scope
Present information
Full Job Description
We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. Overview: Woolpert is hiring a Construction Survey Crew Chief to join our dynamic Survey team in Ohio. The Construction Survey Crew Chief is a technical position within the survey and geomatics discipline, responsible for leading field survey crews in the execution of construction layout, topographic surveys, and as-built documentation for site development projects. This role serves as the primary field point of contact, ensuring survey work is performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with project requirements and industry standards, schedules, and safety standards. The Construction Survey Crew Chief role will require you to exercise technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication in a collaborative environment offering career growth opportunities. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located. What You Will Do: Lead a survey field crew performing construction staking and layout for roads, utilities, grading, structures, and site improvements. Interpret engineering plans, digital terrain models, and construction documents to accurately translate design into field layout. Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, levels, and data collectors. Troubleshoot field issues and ensure proper calibration and functionality. Preparing detailed field notes and sketches to document survey activities. Establish and maint
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