Lead Surveyor - Heavy Civil Field Ops (Travel Per Diem)

Requisition ID: 178953 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Central District Department: Surveying Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Surveyors and Crew Chiefs to add to our team, to lead field survey operations for heavy civil infrastructure (highway/bridge), and energy projects around the US. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented Surveyor, with at least 3 years in construction survey, with strong leadership capabilities and knowledge in dimensional control, industrial measurement and wanting to grow their career. For us, you will play an integral role in establishing and maintaining methods for safe, accurate and efficient Survey Field Operations and essential to ensuring accuracy in the field for construction. We offer training, development and advancement opportunities as well as overtime pay and excellent benefits. District Overview Kiewit's Central District operates in the central and south-central regions of the United States. We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full-service construction team capable of self-performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction. Location We are looking for Survey Crew Chiefs to support projects around the United states. This team may support projects in any of the following states: CO, MT, WY, NM, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA and MN. In this role, you must be willing to travel to project sites as needed and visit our district office in Lone Tree Colorado occasionally for training and meetings. When assigned to a project site, we provide per diem and trips home. Responsibilities Implement Project Survey plans, according to instruction. Lead Field Survey Operations: Manage daily activities of survey crews conducting boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys. Operate Advanced Equipment: Use GPS, robotic total stations, 3D laser scanners, and data collectors to acquire high-precision measurements. Ability to use CAD proficiently for layouts, (AutoCAD, Civil3D or Microstation) to convert drawings into Trimble Business Center. Interpret Plans & Legal Documents: Read and apply engineering drawings, plats, deeds, and construction documents to guide fieldwork. Able to work within tight tolerances vertically and horizontally. Set and maintain control network. Ensure Data Integrity: Review and validate field data for accuracy and completeness before submission to project teams. Maintain accurate field notes and documentation. Coordinate with Project Teams: Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables and help define how work plans will be executed in the field. Maintain Safety & Compliance: Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Qualifications Must be willing to work 50-60 hours per week, along with weekends. (We do pay overtime) 4+ years of field construction survey experience, performing dimensional control, industrial measurements, preference of leading others conducting field surveys. Prefer experience with heavy civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, tunneling. Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business preferred, or other similar systems (Leica, or Topcon systems). Strong understanding of construction staking, boundary analysis, and control networks, passion for the details, experience working with tight tolerances. Must have experience running instruments and willing to train others on the equipment. Experience with CAD software( AutoCAD, or Civil 3D or Microstation ) and GIS platforms preferred. LSIT or PLS certification is a plus and if not, willing to get those certifications with Kiewit support. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally. Accustomed to Outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions. Willing to travel as necessary to projects. We provide per diem and trips home, when long durations. Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; Strong communication skills, and strong work ethic. Committed to safety and getting the work done right the first time. Other Requirements 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. Base Compensation: $67,000 - $110,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Company: Kiewit #J-18808-Ljbffr Kiewit