Survey Crew Chief

Title: Survey Crew Chief

Location: Baltimore, MD

Hire Type: Direct hire

Compensation: 65-75K

Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Position Summary

The Survey Crew Chief leads and executes a wide range of field survey projects, overseeing daily field operations and guiding survey crews to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe data collection. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong leadership in the field, and the ability to interpret plans and resolve challenges as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead field survey crews on projects including topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, construction stakeout, and FEMA Elevation Certification surveys.
• Operate and maintain advanced survey equipment such as total stations, GPS units, robotic instruments, and 3D scanners.
• Perform survey calculations using trigonometry, geometry, and algebra to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Interpret construction plans, plats, and legal descriptions to support field operations.
• Prepare and maintain clear, accurate, and detailed field notes and documentation.
• Troubleshoot field issues and make real-time decisions to keep projects on schedule.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and internal team members to ensure project objectives are met.
• Enforce company safety standards and ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in land surveying or a related utility-based field.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel full-time to project sites.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• NSPS/CST Level II certification.
• Experience with modern survey technologies, including GPS, LiDAR, UAS, and GIS.
• Familiarity with CAD software for map and plan preparation.
  
  

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based with outdoor work in varying conditions.
• Requires leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.