Survey Crew Chief

Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

The Earth is top of mind for our Geospatial team. On, above, and under the Earth’s surface, we provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. Join a team of inspired and talented professionals who continually find inventive ways to get the job done better, faster, and smarter.

Stantec’s Geospatial Services Group has a full-time opportunity for Survey Crew Chief based in Calgary, Alberta.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of surveys and buried facility locating with minimal supervision
• Conducting comprehensive topographic, legal, construction, bathymetric and as-built surveys
• Actively participate and promote Stantec’s Health & Safety culture and awareness
• Effective communication with Project Manager as to progress updates, scope changes, HSSE reporting and other project impacts
• Act as a company representative, liaising directly with client field representatives and land owners
• Some office technical survey work may be required in this position
• Strong problem solving skills in a field environment

Effective communication skills - verbal and written; ability to produce accurate and legible field notes

• Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes, records, and calculations

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience tracing buried facilities using Electromagnetic Locating techniques
• Ability to execute surveys in an accurate, efficient, detailed and safe manner
• Proficiency with GPS, Total stations and Electromagnetic Locators. Working knowledge of Trimble GPS and Trimble Total Stations is an asset
• A valid Alberta Class 5 Vehicle Operator’s License
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• This position may require travelling to various sites across Canada
• Experience working in remote field environments
• Physical ability to work in mountainous and forested terrain and ability to lift/carry heavy equipment.
• Willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote field areas for extended periods and varied hours

Education and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of field survey experience
• Required Certifications (must have or be able to complete the following): - Standard First Aid
• H2S Alive
• WHMIS
• CSTS 2020 (Construction Safety Training System)
• CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
• Line Locating Certification
• Valid Driver’s License

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.

**Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

**Primary Location:** Canada | AB | Calgary

**Organization:** BC-1566 CommDev-CA Alberta GEO

**Employee Status:** Regular

**Management Level:** Individual contributor

**Business Justification:** New Position

**Travel:** Yes

**Schedule:** Full time

**Job Posting:** 21/05/2026 09:05:11

**Req ID:** 1005981