Surveyor Crew Chief, PLS - TranSystems Corporation

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.  

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

What you'll be challenged to do:

The purpose of the Surveying Crew Chief, Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) position is to support the surveying component of the Geospatial Sciences Group in all aspects of collecting field survey data, record research, CAD finalization, and delivery of required project information that meets or exceeds the expectations of our clients.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

• Support and follow company policies and procedures
• Participate in regularly-scheduled meetings
• Help create a positive work environment
• Respond promptly to all communications
• Collect field survey data at an adequate speed (specific to each project and task)
• Produce geospatial data that meets the clients’ specifications and meets quality standards
• Assemble all instruments and measuring devices needed to complete various types of survey work assignments
• Clear obstacles such as vegetation or snow that may interfere with a clear line of site to conduct surveying
• Function as a rod-person or instrument-person
• Draft the initial field drawing using AutoCAD or a related software package
• Download daily field data from data collector unit to laptop
• Provide positive client/public relations as individuals are encountered in the field
• Obtain additional direction, guidance and support as required to complete assigned tasks
• Work with other staff in a professional manner
• Bring issues, whether project, staff, or equipment related, to the attention of management
• Approach assignments with a “can do” attitude
• Complete timesheets on-time and as directed
• Complete expense reports on-time and as directed
• Complete corporate paperwork
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you bring to our firm:

• High School Diploma with Valid Driver's License. Solid knowledge of AutoCAD
• Must have PLS certification or in the process of obtaining the certification.
• Experience and/or solid understanding of complex survey technical requirements from clients and agencies such as PennDOT, FAA, etc.
• Must have knowledge and experience in performing survey work using GPS receivers and methods, robotic total stations, levels, etc.
• Experience in geodetic and photo control surveys, property boundary surveys, deed research, bathymetric surveys, and general collection of detail planimetric and terrain data
• Experience and/or strong desire to use modern survey equipment such as sUAS, terrestrial scanners, echo-sounders and related bathymetric survey equipment
• Must be able to travel for multiple days when necessary
• Learn quickly while working in a physically demanding environment
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Bachelors or Associates degree with specialized vocation training in survey, engineering, or CAD technology
• At least five years of experience in the field and office

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of physical work that will include carrying survey equipment through potentially difficult terrain
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and temperatures
• Must be able to drive survey trucks, all-terrain utility vehicles, and at times pull a trailer with an ATV or small boat on-board the trailer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to company vehicle provided for inspection work.
  
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: Gannett Fleming TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a Gannett Fleming TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.