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Survey Crew Chief

Southern California, CA, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Aug 2025

💰 $110,000/yr($90,000/yr – $110,000/yr)

About the role

Location(s): Southern California
Practice/Department: Mapping and Surveying
Internal Title: Survey Crew Chief III
Work Environment: Hybrid
Compensation: $90,000-$110,000 annually*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are

As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Dudek is looking for a full-time experienced Senior Survey Crew Chief. The ideal candidate will complete surveying tasks in the field using traditional survey equipment on a variety of different projects under the supervision of our licensed land surveying team members. This role will be on a variable schedule and requires hands-on experience with engineering instruments and knowledge of GPS and GIS systems. To succeed as a senior survey crew chief, you should also have great mathematical and analytical skills, and a good eye for measurements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct surveys on land sites and properties
Examine previous records and evidence to ensure data accuracy
Research and design methods for survey processes
Use equipment and tools to accurately measure land features (e.g. longitudes, latitudes)
Build maps, sketches, and charts
Report on survey results and present findings to clients

Minimum Qualifications

7 years previous experience as a surveyor or in a similar role
Working knowledge of GPS and GIS
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Tech savvy, including familiarity with CAD software
Aptitude in math and problem-solving
Attention to detail

Compensation: $90,000-$110,000 annually*

*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.