Construction Surveyor - Per Diem Offered

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Flagstaff, Arizona - Posted on October 15, 2026

Published By Taylor Sorensen

Trillium Construction is now seeking a Construction Surveyor Utility-Scale Solar / BESS Projects!

This is a contract to hire position 90 days contract and then get hired on permanently with a company Truck.This position includes $145 a day per diem x 7 days a week.Pay range is $40-45/hour.

Location:Traveling Position Arizona, New Mexico, and Other Projects Located in the SW area
Reports To:Civil Superintendent
Company Vehicle:Company Truck Provided After 90-day probationary period

We are seeking an experienced Construction Surveyorto support the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) phase of utility-scale solar construction projects. This individual will be responsible for performing accurate field layout, surveying, and verification activities to support civil, structural, and electrical construction operations.
The position reports directly to the Civil Superintendent and requires travel between project sites, including locations in Arizona and New Mexico.

Key Responsibilities
-Perform construction surveying, staking, and layout for BESS installations on utility-scale solar projects Utilizing the latest GNSS total station equipment.
-Localize GNSS equipment on projects usingsurvey control pointsorbenchmarks provided by licensed surveyor of record.
-Perform layout for BESS equipment foundations, battery enclosures, inverter and transformer pads, and associated infrastructure.
-Provide accurate layout for underground electrical duct banks, conduit routes, trenches, and utility installations.
-Verify grading, elevations, alignment, and positioning of foundations and equipment installations.
-Read and interpret construction drawings, site plans, grading plans, and engineering specifications.
-Utilize GPS/GNSS equipment, and other manual surveying instruments such as co structuring level and transit.
-Conduct as-built surveys and document completed construction installations.
-Coordinate daily surveying requirements with the Site Superintendent, project engineers, and construction crews.
-Identify and communicate discrepancies between field conditions and construction drawings.
-Maintain accurate survey records, field notes, measurements, and documentation.
-Ensure surveying equipment is properly cared for and maintained, calibrated, and operated.
-Follow all project safety requirements and site-specific procedures.

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Qualifications & Experience
-Previous construction surveying experience, preferably on utility-scale solar, BESS, renewable energy, or heavy civil construction projects.
-Experience performing construction staking, layout, elevation verification, and as-built surveys.
-Proficiency with GPS/GNSS surveying equipment and total stations.
-Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical construction drawings.
-Familiarity with site grading, concrete foundations, underground utilities, and electrical infrastructure.
-Strong mathematical, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
-Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with field construction teams.
-Strong communication and organizational skills.
-Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.
-Ability and willingness to travel between construction sites, including Arizona and New Mexico.
-Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and active construction environments.
-Proficient at grade calculations and elevations
proficient at survey staking and survey lathe marking

Preferred Experience:Candidates with prior BESS, solar farm, substation, or utility infrastructure construction experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Trillium Construction Services has been recruiting and hiring construction and skilled trades talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trilliums offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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