Survey Crew Chief
Verdantas
Survey Crew Chief
Verdantas
Environmental consulting with GIS-driven risk assessment
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
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?
Join our team as aSurvey Crew Chiefin Bel Air MD, Dover, DE, Wilmington, DE, or Philadelphia, PA where you'll lead surveying operations with state-of-the-art technology.
We are seeking a motivated individual with expertise in one-man field operations using robotic total stations and RTK GPS. Projects typically involve mapping and property work to include the integration of drone-based aerial imagery, along with some construction stakeout.
Join our team, and your career will be amplified by a culture of empathy, innovation, and life balance, recognized by employees as the top firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group!
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
Drone license is preferred
Demonstrated strong leadership skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with relevant regulations and best practices
Salary Range:
The compensation range starts at $33.00 and is based on experience and licensure.
Benefits:
Verdantas is an environmental consulting firm that helps clients plan, assess, remediate, and revitalize environmental assets. It uses GIS technology and risk assessment models to map digital infrastructure, prioritize funding, and guide brownfield remediation and sustainable planning. The company works with clients across industries in the United States, offering specialized consulting services that focus on environmental justice, asset management, and long-term environmental outcomes. Verdantas differentiates itself through a strong track record, 34 patents, and a growing presence on ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list, plus its emphasis on revitalizing undervalued assets and integrating science with planning. Its goal is to improve environmental health and sustainability by turning environmental challenges into value for clients and communities.
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