Construction Surveyor - Per Diem Offered

Trillium Staffing; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Truck Provided After 90-day

Job summary

Trillium Construction is now seeking a Construction Surveyor to support utility-scale solar and BESS projects. This is a traveling role, with work across Arizona, New Mexico, and other SW sites, performing field layout, surveying, and verification to support civil, structural, and electrical construction. The position is a 90-day contract-to-hire arrangement.

It offers $145 per diem, seven days a week, and pay between $40 and $45 per hour. Travel between project sites is required.

Qualifications

• Previous construction surveying experience on utility-scale projects preferred.
• Experience with staking, layout, elevation verification, and as-built surveys.
• Proficiency with GPS/GNSS surveying equipment and total stations.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical drawings.
• Willingness to travel between sites in AZ/NM and SW region.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform surveying, staking, and layout for BESS installations on utility-scale solar projects.
• Localize GNSS equipment using control points or benchmarks.
• Provide layout for foundations, enclosures, and electrical ducts.
• Document as-built surveys and maintain survey records.
• Coordinate daily surveying with Site Superintendent and crews.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated, maintained, and used safely.

Skills

Surveying

Staking

Layout

GPS/GNSS

Total stations

As-built surveys

Reading drawings

Math

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

GNSS total station

GPS/GNSS equipment

Survey instruments

Survey lathe marking

Job description

Trillium Construction is now seeking a Construction Surveyor - Utility-Scale Solar / BESS Projects!

This is a contract to hire position 90 days contract and then get hired on permanently with a company Truck. This position includes $145 a day per diem x 7 days a week. Pay range is $40-45/hour.

Location: Traveling Position - Arizona, New Mexico, and Other Projects Located in the SW area
Reports To: Civil Superintendent
Company Vehicle: Company Truck Provided After 90-day probationary period

We are seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to support the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) phase of utility-scale solar construction projects. This individual will be responsible for performing accurate field layout, surveying, and verification activities to support civil, structural, and electrical construction operations. The position reports directly to the Civil Superintendent and requires travel between project sites, including locations in Arizona and New Mexico.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction surveying, staking, and layout for BESS installations on utility-scale solar projects Utilizing the latest GNSS total station equipment.
• Localize GNSS equipment on projects using survey control points or benchmarks provided by licensed surveyor of record.
• Perform layout for BESS equipment foundations, battery enclosures, inverter and transformer pads, and associated infrastructure.
• Provide accurate layout for underground electrical duct banks, conduit routes, trenches, and utility installations.
• Verify grading, elevations, alignment, and positioning of foundations and equipment installations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, site plans, grading plans, and engineering specifications.
• Utilize GPS/GNSS equipment, and other manual surveying instruments such as co structuring level and transit.
• Conduct as-built surveys and document completed construction installations.
• Coordinate daily surveying requirements with the Site Superintendent, project engineers, and construction crews.
• Identify and communicate discrepancies between field conditions and construction drawings.
• Maintain accurate survey records, field notes, measurements, and documentation.
• Ensure surveying equipment is properly cared for and maintained, calibrated, and operated.
• Follow all project safety requirements and site-specific procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous construction surveying experience, preferably on utility-scale solar, BESS, renewable energy, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Experience performing construction staking, layout, elevation verification, and as-built surveys.
• Proficiency with GPS/GNSS surveying equipment and total stations.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical construction drawings.
• Familiarity with site grading, concrete foundations, underground utilities, and electrical infrastructure.
• Strong mathematical, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with field construction teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel between construction sites, including Arizona and New Mexico.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and active construction environments.
• Proficient at grade calculations and elevations
• Proficient at survey staking and survey lathe marking

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Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.