Survey Crew Chief

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects

. Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality work standards .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeAlbuquerque • New Mexico • United StatesLead💰 $30 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading survey crews, utilizing advanced surveying techniques and equipment, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols. Proficient in preparing detailed documentation and providing mentorship to junior staff while maintaining high-quality work standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Survey Crew LeadershipRobotic Total Stations ProficiencyGPS Equipment UtilizationConstruction Layout and Staking ExperienceFAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License

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Hard Skills

Surveying TechniquesField SurveyingData Processing SoftwareQuality Control ProceduresEquipment MaintenanceSurvey Data AnalysisTerrestrial ScanningUAS OperationDigital Levels ProficiencyRobotic Total Stations

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailMentorship

Tools & Technologies

GPS ReceiversSurveying InstrumentsSurveying SoftwareTotal StationsUAS

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseFAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License

Industry Keywords

Surveying StandardsField SurveysConstruction LayoutSafety ProtocolsProject Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality work standards
Interact with engineers, other surveyors, and project managers to understand project requirements, provide survey progress updates, and address concerns or issues
Conduct field surveys using total stations, GPS equipment, terrestrial scanning, UAS, levels, and other surveying instruments
Ensure annual routine maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment
Coordinate equipment repairs and replacements as needed
Ensure work truck maintenance, mileage logs, and safety audits are completed
Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, images, and reports documenting survey activities, observations, and findings
Maintain accurate records of survey data, equipment inventory, and project documentation
Implement quality control procedures and review survey data/reports for completeness and compliance with project requirements
Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior surveyors
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
Perform construction layout and staking for civil, roadway, and site development projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Survey Crew Chief
Proficiency in surveying techniques, methods, and equipment, utilizing robotic total stations, GPS receivers, and digital levels
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage a crew and collaborate with Wilson & Company staff during project execution
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering accurate and reliable survey data
Familiarity with surveying software for data processing and analysis
Valid driver’s license
Preference to candidates with Trimble surveying equipment experience
Willingness to travel for work assignments away from Albuquerque 65% (+/-) of the time
High school diploma or equivalent
FAA Part 107 UAS pilot license is preferred
Construction layout and staking experience is preferred
Not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mentorship and advancement opportunities
Support staff (PLS, CAD and geospatial technicians) will assist with project understanding and goals
Daily Per Diem (GSA rate) when working away
Paid Travel time (to/from work site)
Company-Paid Lodging (GSA rate) when travelling
Health insurance options
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings plans