Posted 3 months ago
Survey Crew Chief (Intermediate/Senior)
@ Scheffer Andrew Ltd.
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Scheffer Andrew Ltd. is hiring a full-time Survey Crew Chief (Intermediate/Senior) in Edmonton to lead field survey work on municipal infrastructure and land development projects. The work covers topographic surveys, subdivision construction layout, and supervising survey assistants. The posting requires 5 to 10 years of field survey experience, a vehicle, and a valid driver's licence; it offers competitive compensation and benefits for eligible positions.
Responsibilities:
- Perform topographical surveys and construction layout using total stations, GPS and data collectors
- Interpret construction drawings and complete layout and volume calculations
- Supervise, train and mentor survey assistants
- Promote safe field practices and hazard awareness
- Coordinate with project teams, contractors and municipal representatives
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 10 years of field survey experience on municipal projects
- Geomatics, surveying or civil engineering technology diploma (asset)
- Knowledge of sewer, water main and road construction
- Experience with levels, chains, total stations and GPS
- Proficiency in MicroSurvey, CADD, Word and Excel
- Valid driver's licence and vehicle required
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology |
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Scheffer Andrew Ltd.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
We are currently seeking a Survey Crew Chief (Intermediate/Senior) to join our Edmonton team. This role is ideal for an experienced field survey professional with strong technical judgment, leadership ability, and a practical understanding of municipal infrastructure and land development projects. The successful candidate will support accurate data collection, construction layout, field coordination, and the supervision of survey assistants.
What You’ll Do
As a Survey Crew Chief, you will support the delivery of accurate survey information and construction layout services for municipal engineering and land development projects. Key responsibilities include:
· Perform topographical surveys, subdivision construction layout, and other geomatics work using traditional survey equipment, total stations, GPS systems, and data collectors.
· Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and design information to support accurate field layout. Complete and support subdivision survey and construction layout calculations, including volume calculations where required.
· Supervise, train, and mentor survey assistants by providing clear field direction, technical guidance, and practical support to help ensure accurate, efficient, and safe survey operations.
· Promote safe field practices, including hazard awareness, proper use of equipment, and compliance with company and project-specific safety requirements.
· Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal project teams, contractors, and municipal representatives while working in the field.
What You Bring
· 5 to 10 years of field survey experience on municipal engineering and land development projects.
· Diploma or certificate in Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field is considered an asset.
· Familiarity with sewer, water main, road construction, and subdivision construction materials, methods, and processes.
· Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
· Experience in the field using levels, chains, total stations, GPS systems, and data collectors.
· Computer skills including Word, Excel, Windows, MicroSurvey, and CADD applications.
· A self-motivated approach, strong attention to detail, and an interest in developing technical, leadership, and crew coordination skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
· A vehicle and valid driver’s licence are required for this position.
Why Scheffer Andrew?
· Work with a dedicated, collaborative team on impactful local projects.
· Supportive environment that values professional growth, practical field experience, mentoring, and teamwork.
· Opportunities to contribute to a variety of municipal infrastructure and land development projects across the Edmonton region.
· Competitive compensation and benefits for eligible positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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