Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief in Worcester, Massachusetts at Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

In this role you will lead a survey crew and take ownership of the fieldwork that helps bring infrastructure projects to life. As a Survey Crew Chief, you’ll coordinate daily field operations, use advanced survey technology, and work closely with project teams to deliver accurate, high-quality results.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced survey professional who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems in the field, and helping others develop their skills.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily field operations and determine safe, efficient approaches to data collection for boundary surveys, right-of-way surveys, topographic and existing-conditions surveys, and other land surveying projects.
• Perform field reconnaissance and locate, identify, and document property boundary evidence, survey monuments, existing site features, and other relevant field information.
• Collect accurate field measurements using total stations, GNSS receivers, data collectors, and other surveying technology.
• Assist with boundary analysis by documenting field evidence, occupation lines, monuments, and other conditions relevant to the office surveyor’s evaluation.
• Conduct fieldwork in support of property surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, easement surveys, right-of-way plans, and existing-conditions mapping.
• Coordinate with Project Surveyors and survey technicians to communicate project progress, field conditions, potential boundary conflicts, and scheduling needs.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, photographs, daily reports, time records, and other project documentation.
• Interact professionally with clients, property owners, and other project stakeholders while conducting fieldwork.
• Maintain assigned survey equipment and vehicles and ensure equipment is properly cared for and ready for use.
• Perform construction layout as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience as a Survey Crew Chief required.
• Proficiency with total stations, GNSS receivers, and data collectors; Trimble experience is a plus.
• The ability to organize fieldwork, solve problems, and lead a crew effectively.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with field and office teams.
• Comfort using computers, tablets, and survey technology.
• FAA Part 107 certification or willingness to obtain it, with company assistance provided.
• Willingness to travel for extended assignments and work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain and carry equipment weighing up to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards, clean background check and drug screening