Laurel, Maryland, United States On-site Employment

Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (MRA) is hiring a Survey Crew Chief

About the Role

Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (MRA) is hiring a Survey Crew Chief to lead field operations in Laurel, Maryland. In this role, you will execute boundary, topographic, and construction surveys, working as a one-person robotic crew while coordinating closely with project managers and field teams.

What You'll Do

  • Perform boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout surveys.
  • Utilize robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS equipment to collect accurate survey data.
  • Work independently as a one-person robotic survey crew while coordinating with project managers and field teams.
  • Interpret construction plans, cut sheets, and perform survey calculations.
  • Conduct field data collection for topographic and boundary surveys.

What We're Looking For

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a survey crew or party chief role.
  • Ability to function effectively as a one-person crew utilizing robotic and GPS equipment.
  • Working knowledge of construction layout, cut sheets, and survey calculations, as well as boundary and title surveys.
  • Experience with topographic surveys and the collection of survey data.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with AutoCAD.

Technical Stack

  • Robotic total stations
  • GPS/GNSS equipment
  • AutoCAD

Team & Environment

You will coordinate with project managers and field teams.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive Salary with generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
  • Annual Bonus Potential.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage – including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • 401(k) with Company Match.
  • Education Assistance Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program – free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more.
  • Peak Health Wellness Plan – personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support.
  • Free memberships to professional societies.
  • Professional Development – Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training.
  • Referral Bonuses.
  • Employee Recognition Program.
  • Company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position based in Laurel, Maryland.

We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.

Required Skills
Robotic Total StationsGPS/GNSS EquipmentAutoCADConstruction LayoutTopographic SurveysBoundary SurveysSurvey CalculationsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication
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Posted 14 days ago