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Survey Crew Chief

@ GeoVerra

Calgary, AB · Edmonton, AB

3+ years experience
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Overview

GeoVerra is hiring a Survey Crew Chief for field survey work in Alberta, with openings in Medicine Hat, Edmonton, Calgary and Grande Prairie. The role leads a crew on construction and legal surveys, coordinates with project managers and clients, and mentors survey assistants. Out-of-town work and possible night shifts are stated, and the pay is competitive and depends on experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and perform field survey work with survey assistants
  • Coordinate field work, budgets and schedules with project managers
  • Liaise with clients and landowners
  • Prepare field notes, sketches and digital data
  • Train and mentor survey assistants

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in surveying, geomatics or civil engineering, or equivalent
  • 3-5 years as a survey crew chief on construction and legal surveys
  • Strong knowledge of GPS and total stations, including robotic
  • Trimble experience considered an asset
  • Valid driver's licence and clean driver's abstract

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planPaid time offWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentEngineering
Experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleday, overnight
Travelground: moderate
Work settingOutdoors, Client sites, Vehicle
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record, drug and alcohol
EducationCollege diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studySurveying, Geomatics, Civil engineering
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness

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GeoVerra

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Canada's leading surveying and geomatics firm.

Full company description

GeoVerra is Canada’s leading geomatics firms providing land surveying, forestry, environmental, engineering and geospatial solutions to clients in diverse industries across the country. With over 20 offices across Canada and a huge national team capacity, we provide surveying excellence to both local and national scale projects, with our amazing team of professionals and industry leading advanced geospatial technology.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 106A Ave NW, 17327, Edmonton, AB T5S 1M7, CA
Business categories
  • Mapping Services
  • Service Industry
  • Geospatial
  • Civil Engineering
Other recorded names
  • GeoVerra
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GeoVerra is Canada’s leading geomatics firms providing land surveying, forestry, environmental, engineering and geospatial solutions to clients in diverse industries across the country. With over 20 offices across Canada and a huge national team capacity, we provide surveying excellence to both local and national scale projects, with our amazing team of professionals and industry leading advanced geospatial…

FieldValue
IndustrySurveying and Mapping Services
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersEdmonton, AB
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2020
Open jobs on Jobsy21
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Job description

What the position entails:

Are you looking for the opportunity to share your expertise with a talented and passionate team? Does the prospect of travel and working on projects, outside, in the field energize you? If you have been searching for a company that supports career development and has a proven, safety-first culture – you have come to the right place!

Joining the GeoVerra team means you’ll step into an opportunity with unlimited prospects for growth and a long fulfilling career.

Our dynamic Geomatics team is looking for a Survey Crew Chief in various locations in Alberta. As the successful candidate you are organized and highly collaborative, with strong communication skills and an infectious positivity that impacts and motivates all team members. You have a strong ability to operate equipment and field tools, with a healthy respect for the great outdoors and the timeline of the task at hand.

If you're looking for your next field leadership opportunity, we currently have Survey Crew Chief openings in Medicine Hat, Edmonton, Calgary, and Grande Prairie. Please specify your preferred work location in your application.

What you will do:

  • Manage and perform field survey work with the support of Survey Assistants.
  • Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field survey work, review and manage project budgets, schedules, priorities, and survey methodology.
  • Liaise with client field representatives and landowners and be a brand ambassador for GeoVerra.
  • Prepare field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats for different audiences.
  • Provide guidance, training and mentorship to Survey Assistants.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
  • Proactively participate in and support the GeoVerra safety program.
  • Complete office technical survey tasks as required and other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

  • Diploma/Degree in a post-secondary program related to surveying, geomatics or civil engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations (Including Robotic).
  • Experience of Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and line locating considered an asset.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a Survey Crew Chief role completing construction and legal surveys is required
  • Strong problem-solving skills in a field environment.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to produce accurate and legible field notes.
  • The ability to develop and motivate survey staff and work well in a team environment.
  • An aptitude for delivering projects on time and budget.
  • A valid driver’s license and can provide a clean driver’s abstract; and
  • Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as per the limits provided in the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace

Job Conditions:

  • Out-of-town work (possible shift work).
  • Ability to carry, lift and push up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
  • Night shift may be required.
  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

What we offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits coverage, vacation, wellness days, and RRSP matching contributions.
  • Competitive wage depending on experience.
  • Tools and services to support your mental wellness
  • Work-life balance
  • Growth and advancement opportunities
  • Paid professional dues
  • Continuing education and professional development
  • Use of leading-edge technology and equipment
  • Diverse projects and a fast-paced working environment

Disclosure
We use AI tools only to assist our team in summarizing candidate qualifications and experience. AI is not used to screen, filter, or make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

This posting represents a current vacancy, not a future opportunity.

Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Our Commitment
As an equal opportunity employer, GeoVerra is dedicated to providing a fair and equitable recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, irrespective of abilities and background.

We also recognize that the hiring process should be accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our talent attraction team at [email protected]. This includes any support you may need during virtual interviews or throughout the hiring journey.

All accommodation requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

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