Colliers Engineering & Design · 7 hours ago
Senior Crew Chief
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expColliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Survey Crew Chief to join our Survey Discipline in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves conducting field surveys independently or with a team, overseeing field survey activities, and ensuring safety and accuracy in data collection.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Plan and perform an increased variety of field surveys within the defined project scope and budget, using the most efficient methods, and in accordance with applicable standards of practice
Supervise and direct other survey crew members
Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives
Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports of daily activity in a timely manner
Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with moderate assistance from office support team
Prepare cut sheets for construction assignments as needed
Review and determine the validity of data collection
Demonstrate initiative in analyzing and developing solutions to issues encountered on projects
Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual
Maintain, transport, and operate the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey
Adhere to corporate and client Health and Safety program(s) and all applicable SOPs
Prepare or receive from the PM, the Health, and Safety Checklists. Review and instruct other crew personnel on all safety hazards, PPE, etc. associated with the work being performed
Use and instruct others to properly use Total Stations, Data Collector, GNSS, and other specialized survey equipment to collect data
Ability to perform a GPS calibration and run a Level Loop with a Digital Level
Ability to troubleshoot common GPS/Radio issues
Electronically transfer field data files, photos and associated forms to office team daily
Mentor field survey staff to facilitate advancement
Qualification
Required
High School/GED or equivalent
7+ years of related experience, 2+ years as Crew Chief, or graduate of an accredited four-year survey degree program
Valid driver's license required
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions
Advanced knowledge of surveying practices and equipment
Ability to effectively handle surveying equipment
Effectively work as a team, collaborate, contribute and respect others
Knowledge of math, geometry and trigonometry for the purpose of performing calculations
Advanced organizational and prioritization skills
Use of other computer software: Trimble Connect, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, Excell
Knowledge of Trimble Access's features to include the use of 3D linework and models. Use of 'General Survey' and 'Roads'
Familiarity with the TSC5 and/or TSC 7
A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored
Preferred
Associate's degree in a related field
CST level II preferred
Ability to obtain Drone License 107
Benefits
Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid pregnancy disability leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
A company-matched 401(k)/Roth
Paid time off that includes parental and military leave
Employee referral and professional license bonuses
A straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week
Reimbursement for education
A free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
Mentorship program
Wellness program
Women’s Organization
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities
Company
Colliers Engineering & Design
Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.
1001-5000 employees
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Kevin L. Haney, P.E.
President & CEO
Dave Tingley
Chief Financial Officer
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