GPS / Survey Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for more than six decades.

Our Culture & Philosophy:

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork.  When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best-in-class products to our customers.

• Open & Constructive
• Take Pride in Our Product
• Relentless Commitment
• Care About Our Customers
• Team Success

Summary:

The GPS/Survey Technician will be responsible for building GPS models using multiple software’s for machine control and site layout for civil projects. This role will complete drone flights to verify as built conditions and set up base stations for GPS while collaborating with site supervision. Working alongside project management to ensure models are continuously up to date pending change events and orders. Assisting the estimating department with grading takeoffs in Trimble Business Center or Insite. The descriptions below are representative of, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities for this position.

Five Key Roles of the GPS/Survey Technician:

• Use 3D modeling technologies (Trimble Business Center, Insite, Propeller, AutoCAD) to produce construction models per contract documents.
• Attend estimating and project hand-off meetings to provide a visualization of the project and identify potential RFIs, value engineering, site logistics solutions, etc.
  
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  Work with the estimating department to establish accurate takeoffs.

• Review all change proposals and update 3D models in accordance with project changes.
• Review data for completeness and accuracy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup base stations, upload surface models and line work to grading equipment and data collectors.
• Work closely with the estimating team for quantity extraction to enable model-based cost planning.
• Collect as-built survey data using UAV technologies.
• Collect as-built utility data using GPS mapping equipment.
• Continuously refine and manage 3D modeling capabilities and provide training support to operations and management staff.

• Attend seminars, training sessions, certification courses, etc. and translate new information to appropriate team members including a quarterly report to leadership team.

• Communicating and upholding the Company’s commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics.

• Other relevant tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• Ability to read blueprints and specs.
• Ability to work independently and safely in conjunction with a foreman, superintendent, or project management to solve problems in the field as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation.
• FAA Remote Pilot Certificate required, will provide training and class expenses if necessary.

Travel:

Consistent travel from the office to job sites.  Fessler & Bowman will compensate for travel when applicable.

Work Environment:

As a Survey/GPS Tech, you will split your time between the office and field.  Environments include but are not limited to the following: office and field settings, high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings.

Benefits:

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Recruitment Process:

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer