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Survey Crew Chief

LVI Associates
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026


Job Title: Survey Crew Chief

Location: Jeffersonville, IN

Position Summary

The Survey Crew Chief is responsible for leading field survey operations, overseeing survey crews, and ensuring the accurate collection of surveying data for a variety of transportation, land development, and infrastructure projects. This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise, leadership, and field coordination to deliver high-quality results safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise daily survey field crews, assigning tasks and ensuring productivity and safety standards are met
  • Perform and oversee field surveys including boundary, topographic, construction staking, right-of-way, and as-built surveys
  • Operate and maintain survey equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS units, data collectors, and levels
  • Ensure field data is accurate, complete, and properly documented for transfer to office staff and project teams
  • Read, interpret, and implement survey plans, plats, construction drawings, and specifications
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to support project schedules and objectives
  • Conduct field calculations, layout verification, and quality control checks
  • Adhere to state surveying standards, project requirements, and company safety policies
  • Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working condition
  • Assist with training and mentoring junior survey staff

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in surveying or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive field survey experience, including leadership responsibilities
  • Strong knowledge of surveying principles, methods, and best practices
  • Proficiency with modern survey instruments and data collection software
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to operate company vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

  • Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification or progress toward professional licensure
  • Experience with transportation, roadway, or civil infrastructure projects
  • Familiarity with Indiana surveying standards and practices

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in the field
  • High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make sound field decisions
  • Physically able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain

Work Environment

  • Primarily field-based with regular outdoor work
  • Occasional office coordination and documentation tasks
  • Some overtime and travel within the region may be required depending on project schedules

Salary : $65,000 - $87,000

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