Job Title: Land Survey Crew Chief

Job Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Instrument Operator or Party Chief to lead a surveying crew on projects throughout the Southeastern region. This person will be responsible for leading a survey crew or aiding the survey crew chief. The major objectives of this position include ensuring quality, accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, safety, meeting schedules, staying within budgets, and providing responsive service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Locate, review, and research job locations for identifying landmarks, physical objects, and significant land changes that would affect the survey.
• Supervise the work of the survey crew, evaluate priorities, and coordinate and organize work efforts.
• Supervise the standard of work being performed and derive necessary field calculations from completed work.
• Supervise the maintenance of instruments and equipment.
• Ensure angles, distances, and other collected information are accurate and conform to regulations and standards.
• Coordinate findings with engineering personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
• Research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys.
• Determine methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.
• Keep accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed.
• Complete daily logs and expense reports.
• Complete company and/or client safety forms and ensure all crew members follow safety procedures.
• Consult with computer operators and review the final production of work performed.

Essential Skills

• Familiarity with commonly used surveying terms and the use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment used for measuring, sighting, and leveling.
• Proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station/Data Collector, Level, and various Global Positioning System (GPS) methods.
• Ability to survey independently, conduct boundary surveys, and utilize topographic survey software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5-6 years progressive experience in survey field operations with no less than 2 years as a survey crew chief.
• Good technical skills; behavioral traits of being process-oriented, steady, helpful, analytical, and possessing problem-solving abilities.

Work Environment

This individual will be working out of the Charleston office. The majority of the time is spent outdoors in various weather conditions conducting surveys. This position involves approximately 50% travel, and the expectation is that the candidate is willing and able to travel when necessary.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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.

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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Salary : $22 - $26