Survey Crew Chief
LVI Associates, Indianapolis, IN, United States
The Survey Crew Chief leads field survey operations, overseeing crew activities and ensuring precise data collection for transportation, land development, and infrastructure projects. The role demands technical expertise, leadership, and coordination to deliver safe, high‑quality results.
Job Title Survey Crew Chief
Location Jeffersonville, IN
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily survey field crews, assigning tasks and ensuring productivity and safety standards are met.
Perform and oversee field surveys, including boundary, topographic, construction staking, right‑of‑way, and as‑built surveys.
Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS units, data collectors, and levels.
Ensure field data is accurate, complete, and properly documented for transfer to office staff and project teams.
Read, interpret, and implement survey plans, plats, construction drawings, and specifications.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to support project schedules and objectives.
Conduct field calculations, layout verification, and quality control checks.
Adhere to state surveying standards, project requirements, and company safety policies.
Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition.
Assist with training and mentoring junior survey staff.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in surveying or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive field survey experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of surveying principles, methods, and best practices.
Proficiency with modern survey instruments and data collection software.
Valid driver's license with the ability to operate company vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications
Surveyor‑in‑Training (SIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure.
Experience with transportation, roadway, or civil infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with Indiana surveying standards and practices.
Skills and Competencies
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in the field.
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to make sound field decisions.
Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
Work Environment
Primarily field‑based with regular outdoor work.
Occasional office coordination and documentation tasks.
Some overtime and travel within the region may be required depending on project schedules.
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Job Title Survey Crew Chief
Location Jeffersonville, IN
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily survey field crews, assigning tasks and ensuring productivity and safety standards are met.
Perform and oversee field surveys, including boundary, topographic, construction staking, right‑of‑way, and as‑built surveys.
Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS units, data collectors, and levels.
Ensure field data is accurate, complete, and properly documented for transfer to office staff and project teams.
Read, interpret, and implement survey plans, plats, construction drawings, and specifications.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to support project schedules and objectives.
Conduct field calculations, layout verification, and quality control checks.
Adhere to state surveying standards, project requirements, and company safety policies.
Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition.
Assist with training and mentoring junior survey staff.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in surveying or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive field survey experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of surveying principles, methods, and best practices.
Proficiency with modern survey instruments and data collection software.
Valid driver's license with the ability to operate company vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications
Surveyor‑in‑Training (SIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure.
Experience with transportation, roadway, or civil infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with Indiana surveying standards and practices.
Skills and Competencies
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in the field.
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to make sound field decisions.
Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
Work Environment
Primarily field‑based with regular outdoor work.
Occasional office coordination and documentation tasks.
Some overtime and travel within the region may be required depending on project schedules.
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