Survey Crew Chief

Job Title: Survey Crew Chief

Job Description

Serves as a lead to staff to include assigning and monitoring work and providing direction in performing various land survey operations. Leads and participates in a variety of land survey operations such as boundary, topography, leveling, design, and maintaining horizontal and vertical control networks, operating and utilizing a full range of survey equipment including basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and verifies mathematical calculations related to surveying and basic engineering.

• Computes and adjusts angles, distances, bearings, traverses, and elevations.

• Interprets and computes field data, evaluating for accuracy and completeness.

• Maintains accurate survey and non-survey related records in the form of field notes, reports, and sketches.

• Maintains vertical and horizontal control notes in files, field book, and computer.

• Conducts project research, secures equipment, uses safety techniques, performs the survey operation, handles the equipment, records data, and performs other associated duties for the purpose of delivering a successful project.

• Prepares and maintains a variety of records, logs, diaries, and/or other related documentation.

• Analyzes record data, deeds, and plats for property and boundary control.

• Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning surveying activities.

• Tracks and maintains survey supplies such as stakes and marking equipment.

• Ensures safety devices are present and in use as appropriate.

• May place traffic control devices and/or direct traffic.

• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.

• Must be willing to travel regionally (Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri).

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years surveying experience.

• High school diploma or General Education Degree or higher.

• Current/Valid Driver's License

• Above average mathematical knowledge.

• Ability to operate handheld calculators, tablets, and computers.

• Good penmanship skills.

• Ability to quickly learn new concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions relating to practical situations. (training provided)

Work Environment

Work environment frequently is in the outdoors and working in extreme heat and cold. Ability to work 50+ hours per week and weekends when necessary. Able and willing to accept occasional out-of-town projects if needed. (10-15%) Multiple offices around the Midwest that work on a variety of projects ranging from commercial construction, department of transportation, and utilities. Company vehicle and equipment provided.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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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