Lead Survey Technician

The Opportunity

What You’ll Do

• The Survey Crew Chief will coordinate and direct the survey crew to ensure field surveys are completed to the standards of practice for land surveying and any project-specific requirements.
• The role participates in the execution of numerous survey projects and interacts with their respective team leader, prepares/maintains project equipment/supplies, and works with all members of the survey team to accomplish the daily tasks.
• The Survey Crew Chief is a mentor to the survey crew and will be looked upon to build strong relationships with said crew, coworkers, and clients.

What We Expect from You

• Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in Surveying or equivalent preferred.
• LSIT or Certified Survey Technician (CST) preferred.
• 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Will participate in control, construction, boundary, topographic, route, retracement, and ALTA type surveys as they relate to; municipal, DOT, energy, renewable wind, and solar projects.
• Demonstrated ability to operate all survey field equipment (Trimble GPS, Robotic Total Station, Laser Scanner, data controllers, etc.) a plus.
• AutoCAD experience, survey data processing software knowledge, and experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access) a plus.
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Maintain clear/accurate daily survey notes and perform sufficient field checks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and crew members.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. 

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees ar