Survey Crew Chief

Spicer; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a full-time Survey Crew Chief in Dundee, Scotland. The role involves planning and managing field survey projects, conducting measurements using advanced technology, and maintaining accurate data records. Candidates should hold a degree in surveying or have substantial crew chief experience, with strong communication skills and readiness to work in varied conditions.

Benefits

Paid time off

Fitness reimbursement

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in surveying with summer co-op experience OR 4+ years as an independent crew chief.
• Strong communication skills for team management.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate field survey projects and manage survey teams.
• Gather and analyze survey data using conventional methods and GNSS.
• Prepare field notes and conduct various survey activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in surveying

Tools

GNSS equipment

Survey equipment

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Position Summary

This is a full-time Crew Chief position based in our offices in Saginaw, St. Johns, East Lansing, Byron Center, Bingham Farms, Standish, Manistee, or Georgia. The Crew Chief will plan and evaluate field survey projects, manage survey teams, and coordinate design survey work, construction staking, and other complex surveying tasks.

About Spicer Group

Spicer Group is a multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning firm with offices across Michigan and Georgia. We prioritize growth, client relationships, excellent service, teamwork, and integrity. We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, fitness reimbursement, 401(k) matching, profit sharing, and health insurance.

Typical Day on the Job

• Participate in pre-survey planning meetings
• Gather survey data using conventional methods and GNSS
• Operate survey equipment to measure distances, elevations, and angles
• Prepare field notes and drawings, maintain data records
• Conduct various survey activities including construction layout, mapping, and utility inventories
• Support LiDAR, UAV, and bathymetric projects across the US
• Perform calculations and analyze raw data for accuracy
• Manage survey equipment and vehicle maintenance

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in surveying with summer co-op experience OR 4+ years as an independent crew chief
• Eager to work hard and be part of a high-performance team
• Strong communication skills
• Willing to travel approximately 25% of the time
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Management
• Industry: Civil Engineering