Survey Party Chief - Denver, CO

DEA's Denver, CO office is seeking a Senior Survey Crew Chief. This position is for an experienced Crew Chief who can work autonomously and remotely and lead a field crew performing boundary, topography, ALTA, right of way, and construction surveys for public and private clients on large energy and transportation projects. The applicant must be able to work remotely and be willing and able for some travel. Responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of a survey truck, UTV and trailer, and survey instruments and associated equipment. The applicant will be responsible for keeping accurate field notes, data collection, performing field calculations, working with DEA staff and interfacing with landowners and clients. The applicant may be responsible for directing and leading field survey crew members in the performance of their duties, mentoring, and coaching them to advance within the survey profession as their individual abili Position Responsibilities include but not limited to: Must have good communication skills and be able to relay complex information to project managers and clients and stakeholders. Must have an understanding of issues pertaining to access of private land and be respectful of private landowners. Must have some understanding and experience with the Rectangular Survey System of the PLSS States and have experience in searching for PLSS monuments. Must be proficient with the operation and maintenance of Trimble GPS, total stations, and data collectors and other various measuring instruments Must be proficient with electronic data collection systems and processes; must be able to download and review data files and perform complex survey computations as part of performing field surveying tasks.) Must thoroughly inspect and check field data deliverables for accuracy and correctness; Deliverables include field note sheets, electronic data collection files, computation sheets Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license Must make safety the highest priority and follow DEA's safety protocols. Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of field experience in boundary and construction surveying High School diploma or equivalent required Must be able to travel out of town for up to a week at a time Preferred Qualifications: L.S.I.T. Working knowledge of Trimble Business Center software Static scanning experience Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution Support for continuing education and training opportunities Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay 401k Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community wellbeing Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals Salary Range: $38/hr - 50/hr commensurate with qualifications and experience; will vary by location. Survey Jobs with DEA: Throughout history, land surveyors have played a significant role in the development of our world. Though fundamental principles have remained essentially the same over time, the technology employed continues to rapidly advance. DEA uses the latest tools while respecting historic doctrines such as following in the footsteps of the original surveyor. We foster a unique, collaborative work environment where specific expertise can be targeted for optimal client solutions. Our day-to-day land surveying and geomatics activities are as varied in scope as in any career. DEA's team is staffed and fully equipped to provide land surveying services for construction staking and layout, geodetic and control surveys, topographic and quantity surveys, and boundary surveys. As value-added services, we offer in-house 3D high-definition laser scanning, both static and mobile, and hydrographic survey services. DEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in our workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex, age religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, and all other characteristics protected by law. If you need any accommodation in the application, interviewing or selection process, please let us know. You can e-mail your request to or call 503-223-6663 and ask for Corporate Recruiting. DEA wants to ensure applicants who apply for jobs electronically are informed of their equal employment opportunity (EEO) protections as part of the application process through the EEO is the Law and Supplement to EEO is the Law posters. In addition, you can review the prescribed pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and learn about DEA's participation in the E-Verify Program.

Created: 2025-10-04