Lead Field Surveyor DOT Roadway Projects

Savannah, GA - Hilton Head, SC Coverage Area

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is a full-service transportation design and consulting firm specializing in civil and transportation engineering services. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we deliver comprehensive solutions for infrastructure projects across the U.S. Our collaborative culture, technical expertise, and passion for improving communities drive our success.

Savannah, GA - Hilton Head, SC Coverage Area

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is a full-service transportation design and consulting firm specializing in civil and transportation engineering services. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we deliver comprehensive solutions for infrastructure projects across the U.S. Our collaborative culture, technical expertise, and passion for improving communities drive our success.



Job Summary

The Survey Chief will lead field survey teams on the I-95 MM 0-8 Project and support our clients in Savannah, Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head. This position plays a key role in supporting a variety of civil engineering and construction initiatives, including roadway, bridge, utility, and site development work. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in land surveying, a hands-on leadership style, and the technical acumen to ensure precision and compliance across all field operations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong management and organizational skills while leading a survey field crew on active infrastructure projects.
• Perform topographic, boundary, construction layout, and as-built surveys using advanced equipment, including GPS, robotic total stations, and drones.
• Interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications to guide field survey activities.
• Ensure that all survey work meets project timelines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate and complete field notes, sketches, and daily reports.
• Coordinate effectively with engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure project alignment.
• Train and mentor junior survey staff on proper methods and equipment usage.
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of all survey equipment.
• Provide regular progress updates and flag any issues to the Survey Manager.
• Be able to travel out of town as needed.
• Be able to work at night as needed

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fleet drivers must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Must complete a pre-employment screening; ICE is a drug-free workplace.

• Minimum 4 years of land surveying experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/leadership role as a Survey or Party Chief.
• Experience working on DOT or transportation infrastructure projects, particularly highway widening.
• Prior experience on SCDOT or GDOT roadway or bridge projects is desired.
• Familiarity with both Georgia and South Carolina survey standards and procedures.
• Solid understanding of boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Strong working knowledge of local, state, and federal surveying regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and blueprints.