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Wilson & Company

Survey Crew Chief

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Interact with engineers, other surveyors and project managers to understand project requirements, provide updates on survey progress, and address any concerns or issues that arise during the survey ...

Wilson & Company

Survey Crew Chief

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Interact with engineers, other surveyors and project managers to understand project requirements, provide updates on survey progress, and address any concerns or issues that arise during the survey ...

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How much do survey project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for survey project manager in Layton, UT is $94,974.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Survey Project Manager do?

A Survey Project Manager oversees land surveying projects from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. They coordinate with clients, survey teams, and regulatory agencies to plan, execute, and deliver survey data for construction, engineering, or mapping purposes. Their responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, team management, and quality control. Strong technical knowledge of surveying methods, project management skills, and leadership abilities are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Survey Project Manager?

To thrive as a Survey Project Manager, you need strong project management abilities, a background in surveying or geomatics, and relevant educational qualifications such as a degree in civil engineering or land surveying. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like AutoCAD, GPS/GNSS equipment, and project management software, as well as licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in some regions, is often required. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills are essential for coordinating teams, clients, and stakeholders effectively. These competencies ensure projects are completed accurately, on time, and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

What does a typical day look like for a Survey Project Manager?

A typical day for a Survey Project Manager involves coordinating field crews, reviewing survey data, managing project timelines, and communicating with clients or engineers to discuss project requirements and address any challenges. You might spend part of your day in the office planning upcoming fieldwork, analyzing results, preparing maps or reports, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Collaboration with team members—both in the field and in the office—is a significant aspect of the role, as is resolving unforeseen scheduling or technical issues. This variety helps keep the work engaging and allows you to develop both your technical expertise and leadership skills.

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Infographic showing various Survey Project Manager job openings in Layton, UT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 85% In-person, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,974 per year, or $45.7 per hour.

Survey Crew Chief

Wilson & Company

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Survey Crew Chief inSalt Lake City. The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for conducting a variety of survey assignments to include horizontal and vertical control, ROW and boundary retracements, DOT projects, railroad and municipal surveys throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. Experience utilizing Trimble equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Lead and supervise a survey crew in conducting field surveys, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and maintaining high-quality work standards.
  • Interact with engineers, other surveyors and project managers to understand project requirements, provide updates on survey progress, and address any concerns or issues that arise during the survey process.
  • Conduct field surveys using total stations, GPS equipment, terrestrial scanning, UAS, levels and other surveying instruments to collect accurate measurements and data.
  • Ensure routine maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment is completed annually. Coordinate equipment repairs and replacements as needed.
  • Ensure work truck maintenance is completed along with mileage logs and safety audits. The assigned work truck is a responsibility of the crew chief.
  • Prepare detailed field notes, sketches, images and reports documenting survey activities, observations, and findings.
  • Maintain accurate records of survey data, equipment inventory, and project documentation.
  • Implement quality control procedures, review survey data/reports for completeness, and accordance with project requirements.
  • Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior surveyors to enhance their skills and knowledge in surveying techniques, equipment operation, and safety practices.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing surveying practices.

Perks and Benefits:

  • Mentorship and advancement opportunities.
  • Support staff (PLS, CAD and geospatial technicians) will assist with project understanding and goals.
  • Paid Travel time (to/from work site)
  • Company-Paid Lodging (GSA rate) when travelling.

Annual Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 (Depending on Experience)

Required Experience:

  • Proficiency in surveying techniques, methods, and equipment, utilizing robotic total stations, GPS receivers, and digital levels.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage a crew and collaborate with Wilson & Company staff during project execution.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering accurate and reliable survey data.
  • Familiarity with surveying software for data processing and analysis.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Survey Crew Chief.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Preference to candidates with Trimble surveying equipment experience.
  • Willingness to travel for work assignments away from Salt Lake City.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • FAA Part 107 UAS pilot license is preferred.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

About Us:

For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.

Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.

At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values-discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions-we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.

We support our employees' success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.

Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.

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