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Survey Marine Crew Chief

DDG
Lafayette, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/11/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Location

Lafayette Office - Lafayette, LA 70508 US (Primary)

Category

Survey

Job Description

MARINE SURVEY CREW CHIEF

Reports to: Survey Lead

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Travel: 90%

Purpose

Under the supervision of a Licensed Surveyor, the Crew Chief will lead all field crew activities. The Crew Chief will support office and field staff by managing the crew’s activities, calculating boundaries, training instrument operators, reporting any issues and schedules to the Chief of Parties/Crew Manager. The Crew Chief will be a champion and leader of our company’s core values, while maintaining internal and external client satisfaction. The ideal candidate for this position is someone that is excited to work in a team environment, loves the outdoors, and is eager to learn and grow his or her career.

Activities & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for collecting data to ensure completion of a project. Locating boundary, pins, improvements, utilities, etc., while performing project types varying from, but not limited to: ALTA, boundary, construction staking, and topographic surveys.
  • Check and reduce raw field data, perform calculations, and download/file survey data.
  • Perform project research on an as needed basis.
  • Follow instructions/work orders from project managers.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor with all staff and clients.
  • Communicate daily with your Field Project Manager to confirm if you are on track to complete your field schedule- Letting them know when you are behind or ahead of schedule.
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of civil drawings, construction processes and construction codes.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED with a Minimum of 3 years of field surveying experience.
  • Ability to read blueprints, plats, maps, site plans, deeds, legal documents, and field notes.
  • Knowledgeable in the use of Robotic and GPS equipment.
  • Basic understanding of auto-linework and Trimble Equipment a plus but not required.
  • Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to regularly work outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, wet, and muddy conditions, and high/precarious places.
  • Ability to travel frequently and work overtime, including weekends, as needed.
  • Ability to lift equipment or objects weighing 50 to 75 pounds.

EEO Statement

DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

  • 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
  • Medical Insurance Plan
  • Voluntary Vision Insurance
  • Voluntary Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

About DDG

DDG is a comprehensive design firm and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 28 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 200 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas – Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Gautier, Fairhope, Mobile, and Houston.

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