DRY DOCK - SURVEY MANAGER

Job Description

Job Description

DHO JV is joint venture between contractors, Dragados, Hawaiian Dredging Construction, Co., and Orion Government Services. This collaboration aims to develop a new dry dock for the Governments Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard (PHNSY) and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (IMF) Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, working on important marine infrastructure projects with NAVPAC Pacific.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Survey Manager is responsible for overseeing all project survey activities and ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient survey support throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. This position provides leadership for project surveying operations, establishes and maintains survey control, manages survey resources and quality control processes, and works closely with engineering and field operations teams to support project execution.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and monitor construction layout for temporary and permanent work elements.
• Manage all project survey activities to support construction operations and project requirements.
• Fully utilize survey equipment, software, and survey systems in performing and managing project surveying activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, and construction operations teams to identify and establish survey requirements.
• Develop and maintain project control networks and survey benchmarks.
• Coordinate survey operations to support field activities and project schedules.
• Manage survey quality control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
• Procure, maintain, and manage survey equipment and related resources.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and design data for field layout.
• Identify potential survey and construction challenges proactively and develop practical solutions.
• Lead and mentor survey personnel and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Ensure survey work is performed in accordance with company standards, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain survey records, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with project teams to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Promote and maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university; Civil Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum eight (8) years of relevant survey and construction experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing surveying operations on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction surveying principles, methods, and best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, superintendents, architects, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capability to resolve complex survey and construction challenges.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in plans, layouts, and field conditions.
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment including GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, and data collectors.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other survey-related software applications.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related business software.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while coordinating multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or ability to obtain licensure. 
• Experience with heavy civil, infrastructure, marine, transportation, or commercial construction projects. 
• Experience implementing survey quality control programs. 
• Knowledge of drone/UAS survey applications, LiDAR, and 3D modeling technologies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to visit and inspect active construction sites.
• Ability to access all areas of a construction jobsite, including uneven terrain, elevated work locations, and confined work areas when necessary.
• May be exposed to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and other environmental conditions associated with construction operations.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety requirements.

BENEFITS

Taking Care of Our Team

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Group Life/Travel Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance

Embracing Wellness

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

• 401(k) Employer Match
• Profit Sharing
• Leadership and Career Development Programs
• Paid Training and Certifications
• Professional Development Opportunities

Salary Range: $150,000