GRAEF a leading U.S. consulting firm has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering planning and design services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent innovative creative and highly motivated people and are proud to be recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace.
GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.
GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships we embody values that speak to loyalty service quality and integrity and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. Were looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence its about relationships
GRAEFs Survey Services group has an excellent opportunity for a full-time SURVEY CREW CHIEF in our Milwaukee Headquarters office. We are seeking candidates who have a desire to work mainly in the field with occasional office work. Work is locally based with occasional travel to be expected.
Primary responsibilities may include
Being the lead on a one-person survey crew and supervise multi-person survey crews on various types of surveys including boundary topographic construction staking and as-built surveys.
Operate and maintain survey equipment such as GPS robotic total stations data collectors and levels.
Interpret project plans specifications and control requirements to establish accurate survey data.
Collect and record accurate field notes sketches and digital data for office processing.
Ensure crew safety by following company and industry safety standards.
Train and mentor crew members in field procedures and equipment use.
Communicate with project managers engineers and clients to clarify project requirements and resolve field issues.
Manage daily schedules crew logistics and field resources.
Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of survey work.
Maintain survey vehicles tools and equipment in good working condition.
We are considering Survey Crew Chiefs to join our GRAEF team who possess the following basic qualifications
Have or are in pursuit of an associates degree or bachelors degree in surveying civil engineering or related field. Minimum of 3 years of field surveying experience with at least 1 year in a crew chief role. Additional experience is a plus.
Proficiency with GPS robotic total stations and related survey instruments.
Experience in AutoCAD and or MicroStation Trimble Business Center.
Working knowledge of Land Surveying data collection procedures.
WisDOT project experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of survey fundamentals and principles field procedures and construction staking.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and legal descriptions.
Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills.
Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and terrain.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred qualifications include
Professional Land Surveyor PLS license or intent to pursue.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar drafting software.
Knowledge of DOT municipal or utility survey standards.
We are proud to offer you a complete package to include
Training Mentorship and Leadership Development Programs
A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
Flexible hourshybrid schedule
Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
Exciting downtown office location with free amenities including onsite fitness center pickleball courts and more
Free covered parking
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
MedicalDentalVision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plans
Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP
Tuition Reimbursement
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