Survey Crew Chief

Fort Wayne, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are:

For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership Brooks Construction Company Inc. has stood for Family Integrity Respect Safety Teamwork and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne Indiana with over 270 employees Brooks Construction provides asphalt concrete earthwork and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Survey Crew Chief to join our growing surveying team. This individual should be eager to gain experience across a wide range of projects and looking to build a long-term career. The ideal candidate will be flexible able to work in a fast-paced environment and capable of transitioning smoothly between this role the Survey Crew Chief will collaborate with our survey engineering and operations teams to perform field surveying tasks for projects in the private commercial and public markets. Responsibilities include conducting boundary topographic and ALTA/NSPS surveys elevation certificates and recorded document research. Experience in topographic data collection property boundary surveys construction staking and related calculations is essential.

Essential Job Functions (*Non-essential tasks):

Performs field collection of boundary survey data under the supervision of a Professional Surveyor
Performs field collection of topographic survey data
Performs construction staking and calculations (layout of private commercial and governmental projects)
Uses AutoCAD software and Trimble Business Center
Collects and downloads data
Works with project superintendents and foremen to identify and resolve problems or discrepancies with drawings sites staking etc.
Maintains a valid drivers license and operates a company vehicle to travel to job sites
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of surveying technology and practices
Uses appropriate discretion regarding project confidentiality

Other Duties/Responsibilities

Assists others in department as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

Displays knowledge and proven use of current surveying technology (GPS Robotic Total Station Data Collector) and software programs
Ability to work well under pressure both independently and on a team
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
Ability to develop and maintain peer and customer partnerships
Ability to read construction plan documents and identify discrepancies
Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare clear and concise field notes
Demonstrates strong math skills including principles of algebra geometry and trigonometry
Demonstrates strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities within tight time constraints

Education and Experience

Associates or Technical degree in Surveying CAD Construction Engineering or related degree preferred

3 years experience in the construction industry with some Heavy Highway knowledge is preferred
Survey Technician Certification or willingness to quickly acquire certification
Professional Surveyor licensure (or eligibility) is a plus
Must have knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying: Up to 50 lbs frequently
Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 lbs frequently
Driving: Regular driving of automatic and possibly standard transmission vehicles
Movement Requirements: Frequent standing walking and keyboarding; occasional sitting bending squatting kneeling twisting climbing crawling and reaching above shoulder level
Use of Hands: Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and handling materials
Environmental Exposure: Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold dust wet surfaces uneven terrain and standing on concrete; frequent travel; frequent work in both indoor and outdoor environments

Working Environment:

Individual will be working in a field and office environment (85/15) with a primary emphasis on survey related field work.
Ability to work in adverse conditions including rain snow extreme heat or cold water mud dust etc.
Works long hours and potentially 6 days a week with the understanding nights could be needed
Travels up to 90-mile radius from the main office
Interaction with internal departments (e.g. Safety Accounting Field Operations) and external partners (e.g. clients municipalities subcontractors)
Must be comfortable working in high-pressure deadline-driven settings

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Indirect: Where applicable directs and oversees staff members regarding construction operations and/or tasks and assignments at a project site.
How to Apply:
Online: Visit to access our online Employment Application by clicking View Open Positions and Apply Now!. Please include a resume if you have one.

Required Experience:

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Who We Are:For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership Brooks Construction Company Inc. has stood for Family Integrity Respect Safety Teamwork and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne Indiana with over 270 employees Brooks Construction provides aspha...