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Survey Crew Chief

Colliers Engineering & Design
Buford, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/5/2026
Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an enthusiastic Survey Crew Chief to join our growing team in Buford, GA. This is a hands-on opportunity to take the lead in the field, supporting a variety of surveying projects for both public and private clients. You’ll gain experience with advanced technology, work alongside seasoned professionals, and build the foundation for a long-term career with a nationally recognized firm celebrated for its innovation and excellence. If you’re ready to step up, sharpen your skills, and make your mark in the surveying industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and perform advanced field surveys within the defined project scope and budget, using the most efficient methods, and in accordance with applicable standards of practice.
  • Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
  • Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports of daily activity in a timely manner.
  • Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with minimal assistance from office support team.
  • Prepare or receive from the PM, the Health, and Safety Checklists. Review and instruct other crew personnel on all safety hazards, PPE, etc. associated with the work being performed.
  • Maintain, transport, and operate the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
  • Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual.
  • Mentor and train junior field staff to facilitate career advancement.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of field survey experience and at least 2 year of experience as a Crew Chief, or equivalent knowledge.
  • Candidates must be proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations and leveling.
  • Experience with or ability to learn the use of 3D scanners.
  • Candidate must be a self-starter, with little need for supervision once provided with a work assignment.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored.
  • Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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