Geomatics Crew Chief

About the Position

VHB’s Princeton and Manasquan, NJ offices are seeking a Geomatics Survey Crew Chief to join our team.

Check out VHB’s Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our capabilities.

• Direct, assist and perform Control surveys, Boundary/ALTA surveys, Topographic surveys, Construction and post‑construction surveys, and transportation‑related surveys.
• Maintain proper care of survey equipment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
• Maintain documentation of all phases of survey work.
• Perform public records research.
• Use public records in the execution of survey field work.

• Proficient in reading, understanding, and evaluating the significance of survey, right‑of‑way, engineering, and architectural drawings with respect to each survey project.
• Proficient in operation of total station with electronic data‑collecting capability.
• Proficient in operation of auto level equipment.
• Knowledge of GPS equipment preferred, but not required.
• Proficient in field survey methods and techniques.
• Ability to perform tasks independently and to assign and review work of others.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently.
• Motivated to lead and mentor others.
• Desire for continued growth in the Land Surveying profession.

• 5+ years of progressive professional land surveying experience.
• 3 years of progressive geomatics/survey crew chief experience in leading and supervising field crew preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying/Engineering or related field helpful, but not required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating survey‑grade GNSS (GPS) equipment required.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D desirable.
• Experience with Microstation, Inroads and Open Roads desirable, but not required.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) desirable, but not required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to travel and stay overnight for assignments outside local area (anticipated to be less than 15% of assignments).
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Our best estimate of the hourly rate for this position is $39–45/hr the final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities.

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.