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Accurate data is the top priority for our Geomatics team. Through our work, we measure, process, and analyze spatial data and define land boundaries. We provide our clients with a full range of geomatics, surveying, and mapping services. Join a team of inspired and talented professionals who continually find inventive ways to get the job done safer, better, faster, and smarter.

Your Opportunity

Our Markham, ON office is accepting applications for a Survey Crew Chief position. This position will report to the Geomatics Team Lead.

Your Key Responsibilities

Adhere to and promote adherence to Stantec safety policies

Design and implement traffic control plans as pertains to land surveying on regional roadways, highways & freeways

Perform field surveys in all weather conditions

Perform legal, topographic, engineering surveying

Perform legal field calculation

Use GPS RTK and total stations survey equipment and their respective data collection systems to perform topographical surveys

Complete terrestrial 3D LiDAR (3DLS) surveys of complex industrial facilities

Locate and designate subsurface utilities

Utilize unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to capture data using aerial LiDAR and photogrammetry

Work in off road rugged terrain, urban and rural conditions

Work out of town in remote locations throughout Ontario & Eastern Canada

Research survey records and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries and areas to be surveyed and coordinates findings with the work of engineers, clients and others involved in projects

Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment

Verify the accuracy of field survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites

Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Your Capabilities and Credentials
Experienced with Trimble survey equipment including: levels, RTK GPS, 3D LiDAR scanners and robotic total stations
Experience with Leica 3D LiDAR scanning equipment
Holder of an advanced UAV license with 100+ hours of flight time preferred 
Experience in equipment calibration & routine maintenance
Experience with MTO surveying standards is an asset, with OTM Book 7 certification and demonstrable experience surveying along roadways
Thorough understanding of Quality Assurance processes and documentation using Trimble Business Center
Ability to read and understand engineering design drawings
Experience with surveying in the oil & gas industry is an asset
Experience with subsurface utility locating equipment & methodology an asset
Valid driver’s license

Education and Experience
Graduate of a university degree or college diploma in Geomatics, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline
Experience managing a field crew of 1-3 individuals
Advanced drone operators license would be considered an asset
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the land surveying industry

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.