If you take pride in accuracy, enjoy working outdoors, and want to see your work shape real communities, Atwell is the place to grow your surveying career. As a Survey Crew Chief, you’ll be the trusted expert leading field operations that keep projects moving, from residential developments and commercial sites to large-scale mixed-use communities and renewable energy projects.

Atwell values the hands-on professionals who make precision happen in the field. We’ll give you the autonomy, technology, and support you need to perform at your best, plus clear pathways for career advancement and mentorship from leaders who’ve walked the same path.

What You’ll Do

• Start your day in a company-provided truck, heading to project sites that make a visible impact.

• Lead boundary, topographic, construction layout, and as-built surveys for land development projects.

• Operate Trimble total stations, GPS, and data collectors to capture high-quality, reliable data.

• Double-check field calculations to ensure accuracy and consistency.

• Establish and locate vertical and horizontal control points with precision.

• Record detailed field notes and prepare accurate as-built documentation.

• Maintain your assigned equipment and vehicle with professionalism and pride.

• Work independently or guide a team member through the day’s layout and setup.

• Solve on-site challenges, interpret plans, and communicate clearly with contractors and engineers.

• Follow Atwell’s safety protocols and quality standards on every job.

• Take part in paid training, leadership development, and structured career pathing programs to advance your skills.

What You Bring

• Experience as a Survey Crew Chief.

• Proven expertise in performing construction staking, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, topographic, boundary, and as-built surveys.

• Trimble equipment experience preferred.

• Strong communication skills with contractors, inspectors, and team leaders.

• A proactive approach to solving problems and getting work done right.

• Willingness to travel overnight occasionally (preferred).

Why You’ll Love It Here

Atwell gives you more than a job, it gives you a career with direction. You’ll have access to career pathing, mentorship from senior survey leaders, and opportunities to grow into roles like Project Surveyor, Survey Project Manager, and beyond.

We celebrate accuracy, leadership, and teamwork with spot bonuses, peer recognition, and real advancement opportunities. You’ll be part of a company that respects your skill, values your input, and invests in your success.

Atwell is where survey professionals build lasting careers and shape the future of land development, one project at a time.

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