Survey Crew Chief

KLJ • Full-time • Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States • 3d ago

At KLJ, our survey teams are often the first boots on the ground for projects that connect communities, improve infrastructure, and support growth across the region. As a Survey Crew Chief I, you'll play a key role in collecting the accurate field data that drives successful engineering, planning, and construction projects.

If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems in the field, utilizing cutting-edge survey technology, and collaborating with a team that values innovation and safety, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do

As a Survey Crew Chief I, you will support surveying activities that help ensure construction projects comply with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. You'll work on a variety of projects while collecting and analyzing information used to design, construct, and maintain critical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

Performing boundary, topographic, as-built, subdivision, and profile surveys.
Collecting, researching, and analyzing deeds, property records, utility information, and survey data.
Operating survey equipment and technology to gather accurate field measurements.
Preparing field notes, calculations, sketches, reports, and survey documentation.
Assisting with mapping legal boundaries and documenting existing site conditions.
Collaborating with engineers, technicians, project managers, and clients to support project delivery.
Verifying data accuracy and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Maintaining a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of relevant surveying experience.
Knowledge of easements, rights-of-way, plats, boundary surveys, property descriptions, and GPS surveys.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative project team.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in Surveying, Geospatial Technology, or a related field.
Experience with public and private sector projects.
Familiarity with:
- Leica Robotic Total Stations
- GPS Survey Equipment
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- MicroStation
- GeoPak

Why KLJ?

At KLJ, we don't just complete projects. We help communities thrive. Our employee-owners work together to solve challenges, embrace innovation, and create opportunities for growth.

When you join KLJ, you'll find:

Employee ownership opportunities
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Career growth and development programs
Industry-leading technology and tools
Opportunities to work on meaningful projects across the region
A culture built on teamwork, safety, and service

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a career where your work makes a visible impact every day and where your skills can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Join KLJ and help shape the places where we live, work, and connect.

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