Survey Crew Chief

Company Description

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Job Description

The Digital Practice and Technology Team is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Survey Crew Chief for immediate employment in the Columbia, SC office. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in Land Surveying specific to engineering consulting services. This opportunity affords the ideal candidate the following:

• Exposure to a variety of large and complex projects including, but not limited to, Transportation projects, Water projects, Site Civil projects and more.
• Exposure to multiple industry/business line sectors.
• Access to new and state of the art equipment to complete surveying functions.
• Opportunities for upward advancement and career growth.

Primary job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for operation and care of all survey instruments including Total Station, level, and GPS.
• Will be responsible for performing property surveys, topographic surveys, construction stakeout and other survey projects for private, government and commercial clients.
• Read and understand survey notes, sketches, maps, deeds, as-builts, construction plans and drawings and records.
• Use appropriate survey equipment, conventional, GPS/GNSS and laser scanning, to efficiently and accurately perform a wide range of field survey procedures.
• Take survey field notes, sketches, and other written records on a daily basis.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Perform QA/QC to verify that the data complies with the project requirements.
• Performs basic maintenance of the survey field equipment and understand its operation.
• Keep survey field vehicle in good condition.
• Understand and follow all applicable safety procedures.
• Supervises a one to two-person survey field crew
• Directs survey field crew to complete field survey tasks, as required
• Ability to read and understand survey notes, sketches, maps, deeds, as-builts, construction plans and other drawings and records.
• Capacity to actively investigate the presence of physical survey evidence in the field
• Creates survey field notes, sketches and other written records on daily basis
• Mentors and trains junior crew members
• Prepares timesheet
• Operates with a "team" attitude and communicates effectively
• Understands and follows all applicable safety procedures
• Relies on general to moderately complex knowledge of procedures, company policies, and business practices to plan and accomplish goals
• At this level, incumbents normally can handle a wide range of relatively complex protocols; viewed as fully competent within limits of experience
• Works under general supervision

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of land surveying experience and/or post HS education or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• 2 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief
• Valid US Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites, and as a condition of employment must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review

Preferred Qualifications:

• DOT preconstruction survey knowledge or experience a plus
• Experience with Federal and government clients a plus
• Ability to lift and carry equipment of up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand and sit as needed on project work sites. Ability to safely navigate construction work sites, roads, buildings, and areas with uneven terrain
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time with occasional overnight stays

Additional Information

• This position does not support relocation assistance.

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.