Survey Crew Chief

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000 passionate team members across 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Job Summary:

This position works in the field directing Instrument Person(s) and completes houseline surveying services, topographic surveys, tree surveys, wetland surveys, boundary surveys, and ALTA surveys. They also complete control surveys and bench loops, as well as construction staking services within quality standards.

Accountability and Duties:

• Ensures timesheets are submitted accurately and on time.
• Provides an accurate accounting of time spent on projects with descriptions for each time entry on a daily basis.
• Keeps supervisors informed of work load and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Maintains a good relationship with clients and staff.
• Works closely and coordinates with staff and site superintendents.
• Understands and accurately uses all field survey instruments.
• Properly maintains and takes care of field equipment.
• Obtaining & reading information for the daily projects.
• Maintain and electronically file legible field notes and sketches,
• Successfully upload and download data files to/from collector.
• Successfully upload and download calibration files to/from collector.
• Responsible for stocking the company vehicle each morning (supplies & equipment).
• Properly maintains, cleans, and takes care of field vehicle.
• Accurately completes houseline surveying services.
• Accurately completes topographic, tree, and wetland surveys.
• Accurately completes boundary and ALTA surveys.
• Accurately completes control surveys and bench loops.
• Accurately completes construction staking services.
• Accurately completes record drawings and as-constructed surveys.
• Checks control sheets and block sheets and coordinates information with office surveyors.
• Understands and accurately uses Trimble Business Center and other required software.
• Ability to make independent decisions within the general framework of projects.
• Checks in with the client (on-site) upon arrival and departure daily.
• Communicates with Survey Project Manager and/or Staff Surveyor on a daily basis.
• Complete projects efficiently and within Manhard quality standards.
• Mentors and trains Instrument persons and Survey Interns.
• Mentors and trains Engineers and Surveyors cross training in field.
• Accurately completes commercial building column staking services.
• Understands engineering plans and reviews for potential field problems.
• Efficiently coordinate multiple field staff on job sites.
• Find ways to improve our abilities to use and understand field equipment and software.
• Looks for opportunities to improve standard procedures and quality standards.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and mentors other crew chiefs.
• Completes construction calculations and block sheets in CAD.

Qualification Requirements:

Must have a High School Diploma and/or Surveying Degree with 5-8 years’ experience

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma and/or Surveying Degree with 5-8 years’ minimum experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid driver’s license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and technical written communication skills.
• Ability to direct instrument persons and other field surveyors.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Available to work overtime as needed to complete projects.
• Available to work in the field in all weather conditions.
• Desire to learn and improve field skills and survey knowledge.
• Ability to make independent decisions within the general framework of projects
• Must be fluent in the English language

WORK ENVIRONMENT OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee will:

• perform work primarily outdoors at construction sites, landfills, and in traffic.  Work may be performed for extended periods of time in various terrains, climates, and possibly in adverse weather conditions.
• perform moderately strenuous tasks, such as lifting and carrying survey equipment/instruments weighing up to 75 pounds over rough terrain.
• climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• clear vegetation, dig holes, and pound stakes with hand tools 
• stand; walk; use hands to finger, reach with hands and arms, or feel and talk or hear

Employer’s Disclaimer:

• This job description is meant to describe the general nature of work performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
• The Firm reserves the right to add or revise an Associate’s job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services