Earthwork Modeler

Griffith Company; Downtown Brea (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Relocation assistance

401(k) program

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Griffith Company in Southern California is seeking an experienced Earthwork Modeler to join our Southern Region team. You will perform earthwork modeling, quantity takeoffs, and provide estimating support to ensure bid accuracy and project planning.

You will interpret civil drawings, grading plans, and geotechnical reports, use GPS machine control, drone/LiDAR reality capture, and collaborate with estimators, PMs, and field teams to deliver reliable earthwork models and analyses.

Qualifications

• Experience reading civil construction drawings and specs.
• Proven earthwork modeling and quantity takeoff experience.
• Familiar with geotechnical reports and grading plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform earthwork modeling and quantity takeoffs for civil, site development, roadway, highway, and heavy civil projects.
• Create accurate cut/fill analyses, mass haul plans, and earthwork quantity reports.
• Interpret grading plans, drawings, specs, and geotechnical reports.
• Review survey data, existing ground models, and digital terrain models.
• Utilize GPS machine control systems and modeling technology to support earthwork operations.
• Use drone and LiDAR for reality-capture and quantity verification.
• Analyze site preparation, excavation, embankment, grading activities.
• Identify design conflicts and quantity discrepancies; suggest value-engineering opportunities.
• Create exhibits, graphics, and visualizations for bid reviews.
• Coordinate with estimators, project managers, field operations personnel, and leadership.
• Present earthwork models and findings to project teams.
• Maintain accurate project files and documentation.

Skills

Read drawings

GPS machine control

Drone/LiDAR

Estimating software

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field

Tools

Excel

Agtek

Carlson

Job description

At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a nearly 125 year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds.

We are looking for an experienced Earthwork Modeler to join our Southern Region team. This position is responsible for performing earthwork quantity calculations, analyzing grading plans, supporting field teams, and providing estimating support for competitive bids. The Earthwork Modeler plays an important role in bid accuracy, project planning, and the development of reliable earthwork models and quantity analyses.

Essential Functions

• Perform earthwork modeling and quantity takeoffs for civil, site development, roadway, highway, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Create accurate cut/fill analyses, mass haul plans, and earthwork quantity reports.
• Interpret and analyze civil construction drawings, grading plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Review and validate survey data, existing ground models, and digital terrain models.
• Utilize GPS machine control systems and modeling technology to support earthwork operations.
• Use drone, LiDAR, and other reality-capture technologies for existing-condition modeling and quantity verification.
• Analyze site preparation, excavation, embankment, grading, and related construction activities.
• Identify design conflicts, quantity discrepancies, and potential value-engineering opportunities.
• Create exhibits, graphics, and visualizations to support bid reviews and project planning.
• Coordinate closely with estimators, project managers, field operations personnel, and other project stakeholders.
• Present earthwork models, quantity analyses, and findings to project teams and leadership.
• Maintain accurate project files, models, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent combinations of technical training and relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience performing earthwork modeling and quantity takeoffs for civil, site development, roadway, highway, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience creating accurate cut/fill analyses, mass haul plans, and earthwork quantity reports.
• Experience reviewing survey data, existing ground models, and digital terrain models.
• Experience supporting estimating, bidding, or field operations within the heavy civil construction industry preferred.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Proficiency with Agtek, Carlson, or similar earthwork modeling platforms.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, grading plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Knowledge of construction methods related to site preparation, excavation, embankment, and grading.
• Understanding of GPS machine control systems.
• Familiarity with drone, LiDAR, and other reality-capture technologies.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other estimating-related software.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify design conflicts and quantity discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with estimators, project managers, field operations personnel, and executives.
• Ability to create clear exhibits, graphics, reports, and visualizations.

Competencies

• Collaboration Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Results Driven
• Process Oriented
• Analysis/Solution Driven
• Communication Proficiency
• Ethical Conduct
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Applied Mathematical Skills
• Technical Proficiency
• Problem Solving

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit.
• Frequently required to stand and walk at jobsites.
• Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds.

Company Benefits Package

In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees - including a superior health benefits package - Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program. (Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Annual Salary Range: $71,000 - $120,000. Depending on qualifications and experience.

Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis.

Visit us at: www.griffithcompany.net

Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee-owned company.