Land Surveying Crew Chief

(Full-time | Field-based with regional travel)

Are you an experienced survey professional who enjoys leading in the field, solving problems on the spot, and producing high-quality, accurate work you can be proud of? Join a team where your expertise matters, your leadership makes an impact, and every day brings a new challenge across a wide variety of land development and infrastructure projects throughout the Southeast.

As a Land Survey Crew Chief, you'll take the lead in managing field operations, guiding a small crew, and ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency across multiple project types. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working outdoors, values autonomy, and thrives in a role where no two days feel the same.

What You'll Do

Lead and coordinate a dedicated field survey crew, organizing daily priorities and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently.

Perform research, review site conditions, and identify field variables such as boundaries, landmarks, and environmental or physical changes affecting survey results.

Collect high-quality field data using total stations, GPS, and data collectors, ensuring compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards.

Review survey evidence such as deeds, plats, maps, and previous records to support accurate boundary and control establishment.

Determine proper methodologies for establishing or reestablishing survey control on a variety of sites.

Maintain detailed notes, logs, sketches, and documentation of daily field activities.

Attend project meetings, coordinate findings with engineers and clients, and support clear communication across all stakeholders.

Oversee equipment maintenance, ensuring instruments are in proper working condition.

Complete safety documentation and ensure crew members follow all safety procedures.

Assist in reviewing completed survey data with office staff to confirm accuracy and completeness.

What You Bring

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

Strong knowledge of survey practices, measurements, leveling, sighting, and data collection.

Proficiency using field equipment such as total stations, data collectors, and GPS units.

Excellent attention to detail with a methodical, consistent work style.

Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently when needed.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Willingness to travel regionally, including occasional overnight trips.

Who You Are

You're steady, reliable, and precise - the kind of person who takes pride in getting things right the first time. You enjoy working outdoors, leading by example, and collaborating with others to deliver top-tier results. You're structured, organized, and naturally driven to solve problems in the field.

Based in Raleigh, NC, with most work performed in the field across NC, SC, and VA.

Opportunities to work on a diverse range of land development, infrastructure, environmental, and construction projects.

Job Type

Contract-to-Hire - offering long-term growth potential within a reputable, high-performing survey + engineering environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cary, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15100.00 - $15100.00/yr.

Competitive Compensation & Financial Benefits Attractive base pay with performance-based rewards and bonuses 401(k) retirement plan with company match and other savings options (e.g., HSAs, FSAs) Referral incentives and charitable donation matching Health, Wellness & Insurance Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans-including telemedicine and annual check-ups Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-/long-term disability, and supplemental voluntary options Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support Wellness programs, fitness/meditation sessions, and preventative health initiatives Work-Life Balance & Time Off Flexible work arrangements and remote/hybrid options Generous leave policies: paid holidays, vacation/PTO, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, volunteer leave, loyalty leave, care/marriage leave, etc.

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