Survey Crew Chief

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success. We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. For nearly 70 years, Lowe Engineers has built a reputation for engineering excellence, trusted relationships, and exceptional client service throughout the Southeast. Now, as part of MacKay, we're building on that legacy as part of a growing national infrastructure and environmental services firm. This partnership creates new opportunities for our employees to collaborate across disciplines, work on meaningful projects, and build long-term careers while continuing to serve clients with the quality and responsiveness Lowe is known for. We are seeking an experienced and dependable Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey crews in the collection of accurate and reliable data for a variety of land development and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for overseeing daily field operations, ensuring data quality, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of surveying practices, leadership experience, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and manage survey field crews on a variety of projects, including boundary, topographic, and construction staking Operate and oversee the use of survey equipment, including GPS, total stations, and data collectors Ensure accuracy and completeness of field data collection Interpret plans, plats, and construction documents for field layout Coordinate daily activities with project managers and office staff Maintain field notes, logs, and documentation in accordance with company standards Perform routine equipment checks and ensure proper maintenance Work in Atlanta and Travel to projects around the United States Precise field note keeping and documentation skills Minimum qualifications: High school diploma/ GED required Technical training or coursework in surveying preferred 3–5+ years of experience in land surveying, with leadership experience preferred Proficiency with survey equipment (GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors) Strong understanding of surveying principles, field procedures, and data collection methods Ability to read and interpret construction plans and legal descriptions Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and occasional out-of-town assignments as needed Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record Physical requirements: Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of environments and weather…