Construction Staking Survey Coordinator

kierwright; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kierwright is seeking a Construction Survey Coordinator to support field survey crews and project managers by coordinating staking, preparing accurate proposals, and estimates. This hybrid role bridges field, office, and client interactions with strong organizational and technical skills.

You will review plans, control data, and CAD files, ensure QA/QC of staking deliverables, and help manage project budgets and timelines across multiple active land development projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in land surveying, with at least 2 years in construction staking coordination.
• 2+ years in estimating survey work or related civil engineering services.
• Strong understanding of land development processes and construction documents.
• Familiarity with local regulations, survey standards, and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule construction staking services for active land development projects.
• Communicate scope, timing, and deliverables with field crews, project managers, engineers, and contractors.
• Review construction plans, control data, and CAD files to prepare for field staking.
• Ensure documentation and QA/QC of staking deliverables.
• Track project progress and manage deadlines, materials, and crew workloads.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication with field crews and...

Project coordination

Education

4+ years in land surveying

2+ years in estimating survey work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Project management software

Job description

SUMMARY

The Construction Survey Coordinator plays a key role in supporting our field survey crews and project managers by coordinating construction staking efforts and preparing accurate proposals and estimates. This hybrid role requires both strong organizational skills and technical knowledge to bridge the gap between the field, office, and client.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Construction Survey Coordination

• Coordinate and schedule construction staking services for active land development projects
• Communicate with field crews, project managers, engineers, and contractors to clarify scope, timing, and deliverables
• Review construction plans, control data, and CAD files to prepare for field staking
• Ensure proper documentation and QA/QC of staking deliverables
• Track project progress and proactively manage deadlines, materials, and crew workloads

Estimating & Proposal Support

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates and proposals for construction staking services
• Analyze construction documents, specifications, and plans to determine required services
• Collaborate with survey managers and engineers to develop project scope and cost breakdowns
• Maintain cost databases and historical pricing information
• Assist in budget tracking and change order preparation throughout the project lifecycle

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years of experience in land surveying, with at least 2 years in construction staking coordination
• 2+ years of experience in estimating survey work or related civil engineering services.
• Strong understanding of land development processes and construction documents
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and project management software
• Familiarity with local regulations, survey standards, and construction practices