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Kiewit · 16 hours ago

Surveyor

Damascus, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Kiewit is a leading construction and engineering company specializing in heavy civil and transportation markets. The Surveyor position plays a critical role in ensuring the precision and integrity of construction projects by conducting and overseeing all surveying tasks to provide dependable data that guides construction activities.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive field surveys to establish precise control points, layout reference lines, and verify elevation benchmarks in alignment with project specifications and construction drawings

Lead and coordinate surveying operations on site, ensuring compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements for construction surveying

Collaborate extensively with project management, engineering teams, and subcontractors to interpret technical plans and deliver timely survey data critical for construction progress and quality control

Set up and maintain reliable control networks across project sites, including the calibration and care of advanced surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, and digital levels

Monitor and document as-built conditions throughout construction stages, producing detailed reports and digital data sets to support project documentation and audits

Troubleshoot technical challenges and adapt surveying methodologies in response to changing site conditions to minimize operational disruptions

Assist in training and guiding junior survey staff or subcontractors to uphold measurement accuracy and safety standards

Maintain meticulous records of survey activities, including data backups and report generation using specialized surveying software and reporting tools

Participate proactively in safety meetings and ensure all surveying activities prioritize crew safety and environmental stewardship on site

Qualification

Construction surveyingTrimble surveying technologyMathematics skillsSafety standards adherenceCommunication skills

Required

At least 3 to 5 years' hands-on experience in construction surveying or related disciplines such as dimensional control or industrial metrology, preferably in infrastructure projects

Proficiency with Trimble surveying technology and associated software platforms to accurately capture and process survey data

Strong foundational skills in mathematics, including algebra and geometry, to perform spatial calculations related to area, volume, coordinates, and elevation offsets directly in the field

Ability to independently organize work priorities and manage multiple survey tasks effectively within a fast-paced construction setting

Excellent communication skills to liaise clearly and professionally with multi-disciplinary teams, including the preparation of written reports and verbal briefings

A demonstrated dedication to upholding the highest safety standards and quality controls in all surveying and field operations

Capable of thriving both autonomously and collaboratively, providing dependable support to field crews and project leadership

Possess reliable transportation and willingness to travel frequently between various job sites within the district

Physically fit to perform demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including travel over rugged and mountainous terrain typical of active construction zones

Regular, reliable attendance

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required

May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Company

Kiewit

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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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