1,171 Civil Surveyor jobs in the United States

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Company Overview: J&L Construction specializes in civil underground utilities, focusing on high-quality utility line replacements. We prioritize collaboration, timely delivery, respect, and excellence in all aspects of our work.

Job Summary: J&L Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting site surveys, ensuring accurate measurements, and providing crucial data for project planning and execution. This role requires expertise in using surveying equipment, analyzing topographical data, and collaborating with project managers and field crews to ensure precise construction layouts.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform field surveys to establish reference points and elevations for construction projects.

Use surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS, and levels to gather accurate data.

Interpret and verify construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field crews to ensure survey accuracy.

Provide detailed survey reports and maintain records of measurements.

Verify and mark construction site boundaries, utilities, and other critical features.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

Adjust survey methods and techniques based on project needs and site conditions.

Maintain reliability and punctuality, arriving on time to job sites and meetings to ensure project schedules stay on track.

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience as a construction surveyor.

Familiar with Topcon surveying instruments, GNSS systems, CAD and field software programs.

Strong understanding of construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Strong work ethic with a commitment to punctuality and dependability, ensuring projects progress smoothly.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in civil underground utility projects.

Certification in land surveying or related field.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Applying your Trimble Operation experience with construction surveys.
• Responsible for accurately coordinating layout, physical coordination, building corners and setbacks of electrical points, equipment points, sleeves, inserts, and 3D scanning projects as needed to maintain progress and/or productivity on job sites
• Assemble and set up the total station instrument, ensuring proper calibration and alignment for accurate measurements
• Operate the total station instrument to measure distances, angles, and elevations on construction sites according to project requirements and specification
• Collect survey data, including horizontal and vertical measurements, points, and coordinates displaying high productivity and safety in different working conditions
• Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of the total station instrument to ensure proper functionality, accuracy, and reliability
• Conduct checks and verifications of collected survey data to identify any errors or inconsistencies during the construction phase of a project
• Transfer and process survey data into relevant software applications or databases for further analysis and reporting
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports, including measurement logs, survey notes, and equipment maintenance records
• Work closely with other team members, including engineers, and project managers, to achieve project objectives and to ensure seamless coordination of all construction activities

• Applying your Trimble Operation experience with construction surveys.
• Responsible for accurately coordinating layout, physical coordination, building corners and setbacks of electrical points, equipment points, sleeves, inserts, and 3D scanning projects as needed to maintain progress and/or productivity on job sites
• Assemble and set up the total station instrument, ensuring proper calibration and alignment for accurate measurements
• Operate the total station instrument to measure distances, angles, and elevations on construction sites according to project requirements and specification
• Collect survey data, including horizontal and vertical measurements, points, and coordinates displaying high productivity and safety in different working conditions
• Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of the total station instrument to ensure proper functionality, accuracy, and reliability
• Conduct checks and verifications of collected survey data to identify any errors or inconsistencies during the construction phase of a project
• Transfer and process survey data into relevant software applications or databases for further analysis and reporting
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports, including measurement logs, survey notes, and equipment maintenance records
• Work closely with other team members, including engineers, and project managers, to achieve project objectives and to ensure seamless coordination of all construction activities

Job Description

Salary:

Concrete Placement LLC specializes in commercial concrete work including foundations, footings, flatwork, formed walls, slabs, and more. Our motivated, high performing team members are trusted by first-rate contractors to achieve quality results for clients across Michigan and surrounding states.

What we offer:

• Competitive wage
• Health benefits with employer contribution
• Dental & Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Advancement potential
• $300 Employee Referral Bonus Program

We are actively seeking an experienced surveyor to join our highly successful company. The ideal hire will show high proficiency in reading blueprints and experience operating a total station and/or other equipment to layout concrete footings, foundations, and walls.

This person must be reliable and punctual. Certifications and/or degree in land surveying are a plus. Must be willing to travel to our various project sites across Michigan and surrounding states.

It is the policy of this company to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Description

This role is responsible for layout of buildings, building sites, roads, property/boundary limits, site control. This includes all surveying sub contractors as needed on local and remote projects. Participates in drone program as a licensed pilot and project level work that requires the knowledge of surveying principles, processes, equipment and software. Trains staff surveyors in all relevant and specialized techniques required to provide trades persons with the layout for a successful job-site outcome.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining accurate project control networks for anchor bolt and other critical structural building members.
• Set accurate monumentation (horizontal/vertical) for Millwrights to install plant equipment.
• Record and calculate geospatial data for all types of construction projects.
• Proficiency with the latest Trimble Survey Data Collectors, GNSS, Digital Leveling and Conventional Robotic Total Stations.
• Implement project quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Work closely with Survey Manager, VDC department and Machine Control Specialist (MCS) to ensure the field has the latest foundation models for site excavation.
• Works with drone team as a pilot and provides local and GNSS GCP’s for drone surveys.
• Uses Propeller software for site visualization, topographical data for quantity takeoff and cad design overlays.
• Compiles as-built data for use in steel erection and works with MCS to ensure site utility locations are current on all projects.
• Strong commitment to job-site safety including knowledge of company safety standards.
• Communicating effectively with all members of their team in a manner that shows they understand the expectations accepted by them and also are able to convey their expectations to others.
• Assist with your crew member's new hire training plan, career planning, and continuous professional development
• Assist Surveying Manager in finding new technology to implement into our daily workflow.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with owners, customers and sub-contractors.
• Willing to work in extreme weather/environmental conditions at the work site, ability to navigate uneven terrain.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Civil Engineering or equivalent combination of education in similar field and work experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven work experience in the construction industry.
• Valid drivers’ license required
• Part 107 Drone Pilots license preferred, but not required

Job Description

Construction Site Surveyor – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Atlanta, GA (Travel Required)
Company: Gregory Construction

Gregory Construction, a Christian-principled, award-winning contractor, is seeking a skilled Construction Site Surveyor to support our heavy civil and mission-critical projects. This role is ideal for an experienced survey professional who thrives in the field, ensuring accurate and efficient site layouts for complex construction projects.

• Perform high-accuracy layout, including as-built and topographic surveys.

• Operate Trimble S7 Total Stations, TSC7 Controllers with Trimble Access Software, and Topcon GPS equipment with Pocket 3D.

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and project documentation.

• Collaborate with field crews, engineers, and supervisors to ensure survey accuracy and field efficiency.

• Work independently or as part of a team to complete survey tasks on schedule.

• Travel between job sites as required.

• Minimum of 3 years of field surveying experience in construction environments.

• Proficiency with Trimble S7 and Topcon GPS equipment.

• Strong understanding of construction phases and processes.

• Ability to maintain precision and accuracy in all survey work.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with on-site teams.

• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for drafting, design integration, and point management.

• Familiarity with GPS Machine Control systems (Komatsu TOPCON, Dashboard, and Remote).

• Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

• OSHA 30 Certification.

• Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, PTO, 401(k) with company match).

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-critical projects across the Southeastern U.S.

• Faith-based, team-oriented culture rooted in safety, integrity, and excellence.

• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

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