Construction Surveyor — Robotic GPS & Field Leadership

American Layout & Land Surveying LLC; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

American Layout & Land Surveying LLC seeks an experienced Surveyor to perform construction staking and land surveys across projects, with a focus on accuracy and safety. The role involves operating GPS and robotic instruments and coordinating with project teams in outdoor field conditions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction surveying, strong plan-reading skills, and the ability to mentor field staff while maintaining detailed field notes and reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction surveying.
• Proficiency in operating GPS, robotic total stations, and data collectors (e.g., Trimble, Leica, or Carlson).
• Strong understanding of construction plans.
• Experience on infrastructure, roadway, and commercial projects.
• Ability to work independently and in outdoor field conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide Construction Staking for Various Commercial/Residential/Infrastructure projects.
• Interpret construction plans and specifications to ensure accurate survey layout.
• Perform Various Land Surveys (Boundary & ALTA Surveys, Topographic Surveys, As-builts, etc.).
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments such as GPS, total stations, and data collectors.
• Perform field calculations and verify accuracy of survey data.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to meet project requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed field notes, sketches, and reports.
• Vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Train and mentor field staff as needed.

Skills

Surveying

Field leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

GPS

Robotic total stations

Data collectors

Trimble

Leica

Carlson

Job description

American Layout & Land Surveying LLC seeks an experienced Surveyor to perform construction staking and land surveys across projects, with a focus on accuracy and safety. The role involves operating GPS and robotic instruments and coordinating with project teams in outdoor field conditions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction surveying, strong plan-reading skills, and the ability to mentor field staff while maintaining detailed field notes and reports.