Field Technology Engineer/ Surveyor

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a  **Field Technology Engineer/Surveyor ** for our team in Richmond. Reporting to the Field Technology Lead and the SPW Business Unit Lead, the successful candidate will support the implementation of building control, laser scanning capture, and post-processing efforts across the Richmond Business Unit and the Northeast region.  

Responsibilities  

• Support the overall Field Technology services across the Richmond business unit and designated projects  

• Support existing conditions and as-built surveys for upcoming and current projects throughout the region.  

• Support and/or perform initial surveying & field layout activities with robotic total stations to support field validation, quality control, and quality assurance.  

• Perform construction building layout with robotic total stations to support field validation, quality control, and quality assurance.  

• Plan and execute field survey activities in accordance with standards set by the project team.  

• Plan and perform layout set out and back-check tasks.  

• Leverage appropriate set up procedures using a robotic total station including known backsight and multi-point resections.  

• Perform benchmark transfers using an auto level.  

• Proficient with allocating and scheduling job duties to others.  

• Ensure all labor, equipment, and materials are organized and equipment firmware is up to date.  

• Support/Perform sUAS and 360 Photo capture and post processing activities.  

• Assist with reality capture services utilizing terrestrial laser scanning and sUAS/photogrammetry tools to capture, process, and document existing and as-built conditions of interior and exterior spaces.  

• Support project teams and VDC engineers on the utilization and analysis of reality capture deliverables (point clouds, meshes, 360 photos, etc.).  

Basic Qualifications  

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented individual that will relish performing in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with ability to multi-task, produce quality deliverables, and meet project-based deadlines. The successful candidate will have:  

• Ability to work in an environment that requires transparency, team collaboration, leading by influencing, and socialization of initiatives.  

• Position requires lifting and carrying moderately heavy equipment (25lbs+), climbing ladders and occasionally scanning crawl spaces and enclosed ceilings.  

• Flexible hours: Commercial building scans can start at 6AM and occasionally require weekend work.  

• Minimum 1-3 years of hands-on construction experience in the AEC industry.  

• Able to read and understand construction documents, shop drawings and plans.  

• Knowledge in robotic total station and 2+ years of RTS usage, Leica Captivate experience is a plus.  

• Knowledge in Autodesk Point Layout, AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.  

• Basic to Intermediate level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (e.g. Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360 etc.)  

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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