Nave Newell is a multidiscipline consulting firm with nearly 40 professionals who specialize in land development. Since 1992, Nave Newell has been providing civil engineering, surveying, land planning and landscape architectural services throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region. Located in Wayne, PA our experiences and relationships with local municipalities and agencies have allowed us to expedite the land development approval process for clients. With a lot of hard work, dedication and lessons learned, Nave Newell is a now a prominent design firm in the region thrilled to work for some of the largest organizations in their respective industries including Villanova University, Simon Property Group, Liberty Property Trust and Toll Brothers. 

From the beginning, we set out to make Nave Newell different from other consulting firms. Different in the way we work with our clients, different in the way we work with each other, and different in the results we achieve. Those differentiators can best be described by the 30 Fundamentals that make up the Nave Newell Way. Doing what’s best for our client, making quality personal and honoring commitments have strengthened many of our relationships. With each new day we look for opportunities to focus on connecting our values with our behavior. 

We also believe in working hard and having fun while doing it. We promote a good work-life balance for all employees. Our workplace environment encourages employees to participate in open communication and often brainstorm ways to improve and grow our business. We host regular social and community service events to foster a sense of teamwork and family. Our work-life benefits, culture and corporate philosophy make Nave Newell an exceptional place to grow your career. 

Nave Newell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, vacation and personal/sick time, 401k program, wellness program and training and professional development.

General Summary of the Position 

The primary responsibility of the Survey Crew Chief is to supervise and perform boundary, topo, and ALTA surveys, as well as construction stake-out for residential, commercial, industrial, institutional and transportation projects. Based in Wayne, most of our work is in Southeastern, PA and Southern, NJ. The successful candidate will assist our land surveyors and crew chiefs with field projects.   

Essential Functions 

• Responsible for overall supervision of Survey Instrument Department 

• Evaluates survey data for accuracy and sufficiency, and ensures compliance to applicable regulations and standards related to survey’s, plats, plans, boundary calculations, land descriptions, etc.  

• Knowledge and experience with Trimble Robotics, collectors and GPS equipment, a plus. 

• Ability to lift/carry up to 20 lbs. and stand for long periods of time outside and in challenging work environments. 

• Processes survey data, including the shape, contour, location, elevation and dimensions of land features and boundaries. 

• Creates accurate 3D surfaces. Creates point files, linework files, sketches and cut sheets for survey crews. 

• Produces CAD drawings to include topography, title and tree surveys, coordinate control plans, and subdivision plats. Prepares survey plats and drawings, land descriptions and subdivision plans. 

• Identifies problems and recommend solutions to supervisor(s), resolve questions, plan, coordinate, and executes work in a timely and cost effective manner.  

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics: 

• Prior supervisory experience in similar role. 

• Experience performing survey and land development drafting 

• Competent in mathematical, geometry and trigonometry skills.  

• Field experience in land survey is a plus 

• Organizational skills to schedule work and accomplish goals on projects within budget and time.  

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record 

• Associates or Bachelors in Land Surveying related field a plus, HS Diploma required. 

Work Context 

• Willing and able to work in the field as well as the office  

• May be exposed to all weather conditions when visiting a project site. 

• When visiting a site, will be required to wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, or hard hats.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.