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Advance your surveying career where your work supports the development of infrastructure and communities across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you’ll lead field crews, oversee survey crew operations, and contribute to high-impact projects while growing within a company celebrated as a Best Place to Work. If you’re an experienced survey professional who enjoys working in dynamic field environments, this role is for you.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and direct a survey crew of two or more team members on a variety of field assignments
- Perform and oversee boundary, topographic, construction staking, and other survey types
- Operate survey equipment including robotic total stations, GPS equipment, data collectors, and levels
- Ensure accuracy and quality of field data, notes, and sketches
- Make field decisions and provide direction to crew members to ensure efficient project execution
- Coordinate daily with project managers and office staff to meet project scope, schedule, and quality goals
- Maintain and transport survey equipment safely and ensure proper operation in the field
- Communicate project status and field updates regularly
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief preferred
- Prior experience conducting boundary and topographic surveys required
- Experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, construction staking, and Carlson SurvCE preferred
- Working knowledge of data collectors, robotic total stations, GPS equipment, and digital levels
- Valid driver’s license required (this position requires driving)
- Strong math skills and attention to detail
- Experience preparing detailed field notes and sketches
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
- Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday–Thursday 6:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., with occasional overnight travel
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform strenuous physical activity in a wide range of temperatures and outdoor environments
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to climb hills and walk long distances across varied terrain
- Ability to traverse wooded areas, construction sites, and undeveloped land
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work in environments that may contain venomous snakes and insects such as ticks, red bugs, wasps, bees, hornets, and yellow jackets
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Why Thomas & Hutton?
- Competitive salary plus performance bonus
- Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
- Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
- Thomas & Hutton University training programs
Schedule:
A regular schedule of Monday–Thursday 6:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., plus overtime as needed
How to apply:
Ready to design the future? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.
At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.
When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with competitive benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.
Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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