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Job Title: Survey Crew Chief
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Field Survey Crew Chief with 3 to 5 years of experience to lead daily field operations. This role involves conducting construction and subdivision staking, boundary, and topographic surveys. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing field notes, performing minor calculations, managing data uploads/downloads, and maintaining survey equipment and vehicles. Experience with Topcon equipment and Magnet Field software is a plus. Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams are essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily field operations for various types of surveys including construction, subdivision staking, boundary, and topographic surveys.
- Prepare detailed field notes and perform necessary calculations.
- Manage data uploads and downloads efficiently.
- Maintain survey equipment and vehicles to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
Essential Skills
- 3 to 5 years of field survey experience.
- Proficient in land surveying, construction stakeout, and topographic surveys.
- Experience with Total Station, GPS, and boundary survey software.
- Ability to work with Civil 3D and Trimble GPS.
- Strong organizational skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Topcon equipment and Magnet Field software is a plus.
- Familiarity with Alta and Alta surveys.
- Knowledge in land development and civil engineering concepts.
Work Environment
The position requires working in an outdoor field environment, often collaborating with a team. The role involves using advanced surveying equipment and software, with a focus on precision and accuracy. The work schedule may vary based on project requirements.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Grand Haven, Michigan.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00/yr.
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 Grand Haven,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
