Survey Crew Chief

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Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Verdantas is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to support our survey team in Lehigh Valley, PA.

Supported by a team of experienced surveyors and the use of advanced equipment and software, you will help deliver high-quality survey results that drive engineering and planning decisions. Verdantas integrates a wide array of cutting-edge tools, including Drones & Aerial Mapping, 3D Laser Scanners, Bathymetric Units, Lidar Systems, and GPS.

The most successful candidate for this position will enjoy working in an outdoor environment and will demonstrate the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and project managers. They will be detail-oriented and have a passion to advance their career in surveying.

At Verdantas, we don't just define boundaries, we build careers. Named the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group, you’ll be part of a team that values your impact, supports your growth, and celebrates your success every step of the way

​What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with project managers to understand survey requirements and objectives

• Plan, prepare, and organize survey field projects, including the allocation of resources and equipment

• Lead and supervise a survey crew, providing guidance and direction to ensure efficient and accurate survey operations

• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance the skills of survey team members.

• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment

• Conduct field surveys using various surveying instruments, such as total stations, GPS receivers, data collectors, drones, and 3D scanners

• Ensure that surveys are conducted in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and legal requirements

• Oversee the collection of accurate field data and measurements

• Implement quality control measures to verify the accuracy and reliability of survey data

• Review and analyze survey data to identify and resolve discrepancies

• Maintain and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment

• Coordinate with the equipment manager to ensure that all surveying tools are in good working condition

• Communicate with clients to understand their surveying needs and address any concerns or issues

• Provide regular updates on project progress and ensure client satisfaction

• Enforce and adhere to safety protocols during field surveys to prevent accidents and injuries

• Promote a culture of safety within the survey team

​What You Bring:

• Associate degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related field; Higher education preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 1 of those years in project management 

• Proficient in the use of surveying instruments and software

• Capable of working primarily in an outdoor work environment and occasional office environment

• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally, with or without an accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• A drone license is preferred

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities

Salary Range:

The compensation range for this position is $30 - $36 per hour, with final compensation determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and licensing status.

Benefits: