Survey Crew Chief

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com), a multi-faceted A&E firm with 20 office locations in 10 States and over 475 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast, is seeking a Project Survey Crew Chief for our Lexington, KY office.

Company Overview and Vision :

PRIME AE is a diverse community of professionals with a passion for solving today's architectural and engineering challenges in ways that improve communities for all.

We design, develop, implement, and maintain the infrastructure, facilities, and amenities that create thriving communities, while making the most of client resources.

We share a passion for the work that comes through in everything we do. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger.

Position Overview :

Act in a field leadership role to our existing Survey, Civil Site Design and Transportation Departments for our Lexington, Louisville and Fort Mitchell, KY offices.

The duties will include assisting in job production as well as survey production in the field and in the office.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead a 2-person survey crew to complete field survey tasks as required.
• Work independently as a 1-person survey crew to complete field survey tasks as required.
• Prepare daily survey linework drawings with Intellicad / AutoCad software.
• Follow required safety standards and guidelines set by the company and clients.
• Capable of directing and mentoring crew members and client interaction.
• Maintain survey equipment in operational condition and applicable calibration checks.
• Mentoring lesser-experienced personnel.
• Process field data in field to finish software.
• Perform PVA / Deed / Plat research and review.
• Process boundary surveys.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

High School Diploma or equivalent.

4) or more years of surveying experience performing :

• ALTA Surveys,
• Topographic & Boundary Surveys,
• Construction Staking Projects,
• Mapping & Control Surveys
• Hydrographic Surveys
• Knowledge of GPS Survey methods.
• Knowledge of completing surveys per KYTC standards.
• Working knowledge of Carlson field software, conventional, robotic, and GPS related surveying equipment and methods.
• Capable of performing basic calculations utilizing calculator or supplied data collectors.
• Working knowledge of uploading, downloading and converting digital files with computer skills.
• Specialized skills and experience in sUAS (drone) aerial mapping a plus.
• Competent with Intellicad / AutoCad software.
• MicroStation and Open Roads experience a plus.
• Willing to travel and stay overnight on projects.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Preference given to LSIT candidates.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.