Survey Crew Chief – Lehigh Valley

Will always start the day from home, they will have a schedule for the week on which projects they are going to. Never will be in an office. 

Title: Survey Crew Chief
Location: Lehigh Valley, PA
Duration: 6 months contract to hire
Pay:  $30 – $36
Overtime is 1.5x
Expenses/Travel: Company truck 
Schedule: 40-50 hours per week depending on season and work load
Expected Start:

 Flexible; typically 1–2 weeks after offer
Current openings: 1

Position Summary

A growing surveying and geomatics team is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to support projects in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.

Working alongside experienced survey professionals and utilizing advanced equipment and software, the Survey Crew Chief will help deliver accurate, high-quality survey results that support engineering, planning, and development projects. The team utilizes a variety of modern surveying technologies, including drones and aerial mapping, 3D laser scanners, bathymetric equipment, LiDAR systems, and GPS.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in an outdoor environment and can collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, surveyors, and project managers. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented professional who is looking to grow their career in surveying.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with Project Managers to understand survey requirements, objectives, and deliverables.

• Plan, prepare, and organize survey field projects, including allocation of personnel, resources, and equipment.

• Lead and supervise survey crews, providing guidance and direction to ensure efficient and accurate field operations.

• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the technical skills and capabilities of survey team members.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and productive team environment.

• Conduct field surveys using a variety of surveying instruments and technologies, including total stations, GPS receivers, data collectors, drones, and 3D scanners.

• Ensure surveys are performed in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and applicable legal requirements.

• Oversee the collection of accurate field data and measurements.

• Implement quality control procedures to verify the accuracy and reliability of survey data.

• Review and analyze survey data to identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain, inspect, and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment.

• Coordinate with equipment personnel to ensure all surveying tools and instruments are properly maintained and in good working condition.

• Communicate with clients to understand project needs and address questions, concerns, or issues.

• Provide regular updates on project progress and help ensure client satisfaction.

• Enforce and follow safety protocols during field survey operations to prevent accidents and injuries.

• Promote a strong culture of safety within the survey team.

What You Bring

• Associate degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field preferred; bachelor’s degree or higher education is a plus.

• Minimum of three (3) years of land surveying experience, including at least one (1) year of project management or project leadership experience.

• Proficiency with surveying instruments, equipment, and related software.

• Ability to work primarily in an outdoor environment with occasional office-based responsibilities.

• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, including over substantial distances.

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Drone license preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.