Civil Surveyor

Pember Companies Inc.; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Military leave

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Encourages applicants with a criminal 

Job summary

Pember Companies Inc. is seeking a Civil Surveyor to support multiple construction sites, ensuring precise layout and alignment for foundations, walls, and slabs. The role collaborates with project managers and field crews to maintain data accuracy and meet specifications.

You will operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, and laser levels, interpret blueprints, and verify elevations. Travel to various sites is required, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction surveying or concrete layout preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints/site plans.
• Knowledge of elevations, grades, and geometry.
• Familiarity with total stations, GPS, and laser levels.
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel between job sites.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate field layout for foundations, footings, walls, slabs, and site items.
• Establish and verify control points, benchmarks, reference lines, offsets, grades, and elevations.
• Interpret construction drawings, site plans, structural drawings, and project specifications.
• Establish building corners, gridlines, centerlines, and elevations for concrete construction.
• Verify dimensions, angles, alignment, and positioning before concrete placement.
• Perform layout for anchor bolts, embedded plates, blockouts, sleeves, and other structural components.
• Assist field crews with transferring elevations and layout points throughout construction.
• Survey existing conditions.
• Operate and maintain surveying equipment including robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser levels.
• Use layout software and digital plans to establish accurate field measurements.
• Download/upload and manage survey data, coordinates, and layout files as needed.
• Perform routine calibration checks and inspections of surveying equipment.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment inaccuracies or discrepancies.
• Maintain equipment in good condition and report repairs or replacements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Driving

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certificate in surveying/civil engineering technology

Tools

Robotic total stations

GPS/GNSS systems

Laser levels

Survey software

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Featured · Posted Oct 27, 2026 ·

Description

Department: Concrete/Excavation Operations
Job Title: Civil Surveyor
Reports To: Concrete/Excavation Superintendent
Employment Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Work Location: Various Construction Job Sites

Position Summary

The Surveyor works closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and crews to maintain accuracy, and ensure projects meet specifications.

• 401(k)


• 401(k) 3% Match


• Health insurance


• Health savings account


• Life insurance


• Military leave


• Paid time off


• Referral program


• Vision insurance


• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

1. Construction Surveying and Layout

• Perform accurate field layout for concrete foundations, footings, walls, columns, slabs, sidewalks, curbs, and construction site items.


• Establish and verify control points, benchmarks, reference lines, offsets, grades, and elevations.


• Interpret construction drawings, site plans, structural drawings, and project specifications.


• Establish building corners, gridlines, centerlines, and elevations for concrete construction.


• Verify dimensions, angles, alignment, and positioning before concrete placement.


• Perform layout for anchor bolts, embedded plates, blockouts, sleeves, and other structural components.


• Assist field crews with transferring elevations and layout points throughout construction.
  Survey existing conditions.

2. Survey Equipment and Technology

• Operate and maintain surveying equipment, including robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, laser levels, optical levels, and electronic measuring devices.


• Use construction layout software and digital plans to establish accurate field measurements.


• Download, upload, and manage survey data, coordinates, and layout files as needed.


• Perform routine calibration checks and inspections of surveying equipment.


• Identify and troubleshoot equipment inaccuracies or discrepancies.


• Maintain equipment in good working condition and report repair or replacement needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Previous experience in construction surveying, concrete layout, construction staking, or a related field preferred.


• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, structural drawings, and site plans.


• Knowledge of construction measurements, elevations, grades, slopes, and basic geometry.


• Familiarity with surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS equipment, and laser levels.


• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and prioritize layout requirements across multiple projects.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Effective communication and teamwork skills.


• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record under company policy.


• Ability to travel between construction job sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of construction surveying or concrete layout experience.


• Technical degree, certificate, or related training in surveying, civil engineering technology, or construction management.


• Experience with robotic total stations and GPS/GNSS construction layout systems.


• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble, Topcon, or similar surveying technology.


• Experience with surveying excavation and concrete or civil work.


• Knowledge of construction tolerances and quality control practices.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the workday.


• Ability to walk over uneven terrain, excavated areas, and active construction sites.


• Ability to lift and carry surveying equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work near heavy equipment, construction vehicles, and active concrete operations.


• Ability to work extended hours or overtime when project schedules require.


• Ability to perform precise measurements and equipment setup in field conditions.