Land Survey Crew Chief

Job Title: Survey Crew Chief

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Position Type: Full Time

LT Leon Associates is a growing engineering services firm located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Established in 2009, we specialize in water resources, conservation, transportation, and sustainable

infrastructure across Iowa and the Midwest. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering

innovative solutions that enhance communities and the natural environment. At LT Leon, we are

engineering an improved standard of living.

Job Description:

LT Leon Associates is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations for a variety

of engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects. This role requires strong leadership skills,

technical expertise, and the ability to manage field survey teams to ensure accurate and efficient

data collection.

The Survey Crew Chief will work under the guidance of a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) and

collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders. Survey projects may

include topographic surveys, boundary and right-of-way surveys, hydrographic mapping,

ALTA/NSPS surveys, and construction layout, and as-built surveys.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Lead survey crews in performing control, boundary, topographic, ALTA, right-of-way,

hydrographic, construction layout and as-built surveys.

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee field survey activities to ensure projects are completed

accurately and on schedule.

• Perform calculations to determine geographic positions, property lines, and site

characteristics.

• Operate and maintain Trimble robotic total stations, GPS, hydrographic sonar equipment,

and other survey tools.

• Perform field data collection for aerial imagery, LiDAR and other remote sensing data.

• Conduct hydrographic surveys using single-beam sonar, jon boat, canoe, or kayak.

• Ensure survey data is properly collected, recorded, and formatted for engineering and

design teams.

• Communicate effectively with clients, engineers, project managers, and regulatory

agencies.

• Operate and maintain survey vehicles.

• Document work performed and prepare any required daily reports.

• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

• Enforce safety procedures and quality standards for fieldwork operations.

• Mentor and train junior field crew members to enhance team performance.

• Perform other duties as assigned

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Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum of 5 years of field survey experience.

• Experience in leading survey crews preferred.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Ability to lift and carry survey equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and work in varied outdoor

environments.

Skills:

• Proficient in Trimble robotic total stations, GPS, and hydrographic survey equipment

(preferred).

• Strong understanding of surveying principles, site plans, and property boundaries.

• Ability to interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions and plats.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of quality, safety, and regulatory standards in surveying.

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or other survey-related software (preferred).

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plan with company match

• A fun, casual, and professional office environment

• Company-covered training and professional development

LT Leon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national

origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other

characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Please submit resume and letter of interest to careers@ltleon.com. All inquiries are confidential.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.