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Apex Engineering Group

Survey Crew Chief

Apex Engineering Group, Minot, North Dakota, United States, 58703

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Job Opportunity: Survey Crew Chief

We are seeking a Survey Crew Chief to lead our survey crews in the field, providing topographic, boundary, and construction surveys for various civil engineering projects. Office Location:

Any Apex Office

(Fargo, Bismarck, Dickinson, or Minot, ND or Detroit Lakes, St. Cloud, or Minnetonka, MN) This role will report to the Survey Department Manager located in our Fargo office. Responsibilities: Provide land surveying services for construction, topographic, right-of-way, easements, subdivision plats, and control survey projects. Gather field survey data using conventional surveying and GPS methods. Research existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements, and right of way documents. Write or review legal descriptions associated with right of way documents, subdivision plats, and record of surveys. Prepare accurate field notes, drawings, and records of changes in conditions while in the field. Delegate survey tasks to other survey technicians under direct supervision. Clear vegetation, dig holes, and pound stakes with hand tools as required. Learn and follow surveying methods and standards as required by state and public agencies. Participate in pre-survey planning meetings with the Survey Department Manager. Lead to a more prominent role as a Senior Survey Crew Chief or Senior Surveyor, including project budgets, fee estimates, and financial performance. Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: LSIT (Land Surveyor in Training) or PLS (Professional Land Surveyor) Licensed in the state of North Dakota or Minnesota, or the ability to obtain PLS in either state within 12 months preferred. 5 or more years of topographic and highway/roadway construction staking experience preferred. Proficient with operating GPS, robotic, and total station survey equipment. Familiar with NDDOT or MnDOT survey data collection and construction survey methods a plus. Perform complex surveying calculations using an engineering calculator, laptop computer, and coordinate geometry software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one. Must be able to work scheduled hours, with travel and out-of-town stays required. Physical Requirements: Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions. Required to work in an outdoors environment, including construction sites and close proximity to traffic. Will require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform survey tasks. Ability to lift equipment or objects weighing 50 to 75 pounds. Must work scheduled and required hours in the office or onsite for projects. Benefits: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package, including performance-based bonuses, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid parental leave, and more. EOE/AA

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