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SMEUSA · 11 hours ago

Survey Crew Chief

Kirtland, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

SMEUSA is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to work under the supervision of a Professional Surveyor and other industry experts. The role involves producing detailed technical drawings and reports, utilizing cutting-edge surveying technologies, and collaborating with field and senior staff to address complex construction challenges.

Consulting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

You will be exposed to several cutting-edge technologies, including UAV/drone, GPS, robotic total stations and laser scanning to produce field data which will be used to complete technical drawings and specifications

Prepare detailed reports summarizing your complex field observations, and sophisticated analysis of on-site surveys

Work alongside field staff and senior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment

Use your problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex construction challenges

Review and understand SME safety standards and procedures to perform fieldwork

Creating and maintaining a safe working environment for you and others

Understand and operate surveying levels, conventional total stations and robotic instruments, GNSS receivers, ability to work with collecting 3D scanning information a plus

Provide written field notes to record site details and non-digital measurement information

Interpret survey deeds and boundary maps, perform survey boundary computations, and understand field evidence as it relates to boundary surveying

Perform topographic surveys and utility investigations

Interpret design plans and perform construction staking/layout

Perform basic survey calculations on data collectors and tablets

Knowledge of math, geometry and trigonometry

Follow SME survey standards for conducting a variety of surveys, performing checks and meeting proper accuracy of field measurements for each project

Communicate with other field members and office personnel to complete tasks. Lead, motivate and train crew/staff members and office personnel to complete tasks

Learn, motivate and train crew/staff members on proper field procedures

Communicate in a professional manner with client, contractor, etc

Qualification

Surveying instruments operationField data collectionTechnical report writingUAV/drone technologyGPS technologyRobotic total stationsLaser scanningBasic construction competenciesMS Office SuiteEthical conductCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsAdaptability

Required

Has competency using computer operating systems and MS Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with clients, team members, and supervisors, conveying technical information clearly

Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, manage workloads, maintain accurate and detailed record-keeping skills, documenting field observations, safety concerns, and problem resolutions

Effective interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and team members, fostering positive working relationships, customer-centric approach to provide excellent service to clients, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed promptly and professionally

Must be able to understand and adapt to change and react productively to frequent interruptions and changing conditions

Basic construction competencies including ability to determine location from surface features and landmarks by interpretation from surveys, road maps, aerial photos, topographic maps, and geologic maps; understanding construction stakes set by others, and color markings of utility companies

Has a general aptitude for identifying and resolving complex technical problems in the field, utilizing critical thinking and logical reasoning

Demonstrates ethical conduct, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring safety and security in all aspects of work, strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, fostering a safe working environment for yourself and others

Ability to handle physical demands, such as lifting (up to 50lbs repetitively), walking on uneven ground frequently, and carrying equipment, working in various weather conditions, and traveling to different locations