Survey Technician - Crew Chief

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician/Survey Crew Chief to join our team in our Lansdale, PA office. This position will assist our Geospatial team with survey research, boundary surveys, utility locates/SUE, survey computations. This position is a hybrid position that will consist of field & office work. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Limited Office: Survey/utility research, boundary analysis, exhibit preparation, base map drafting, survey computations, and utility records research 2. Importing and analyzing field data 3. Perform QA/QC checks 4. Coordinate and work with field crews and office staff 5. Ability to effectively lead a survey crew and train/mentor survey crew members 6. Operate GPS, total stations, and data collectors 7. Transfer files between data collectors and internal company project folders 8. Maintain productive working relationships with clients and coworkers 9. Adhere to the company's Safety, Quality Management and Equipment Maintenance policies 10. Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service 11. Lead by example - display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism Physical Requirements 1. Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments 2. Ability to carry survey equipment and supplies in remote, rural or urban surroundings 3. Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk long distances 4. Ability to work in outdoor conditions subject to weather, insects, changing environments, etc. Required Experience: 1. Strong listening, writing, and verbal communication skills. 2. Knowledge of topographic surveys, and field crew prep. 3. Ability to manage multiple tasks, support project coordination, and interact with other design services. 4. Full use of Microsoft Office. 5. Ability to effectively lead a survey crew and train/mentor survey crew members 6. Must be able to operate a total station and GPS in both static and RTK modes surveying activities pertaining to control networks, boundaries, topography, construction staking, etc. 7. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle with a valid license and clean driving history 8. Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Experience 1. SIT or CST Certification 2. Coordinating activities with office personnel, including surveying technicians and engineering staff 3. Field experience using locating equipment to perform utility locates 4. Ability to operate AutoCAD Civil 3D About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve. Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serv , engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work. Join us in creating a better world. In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.