Field Construction Surveyor: Travel & Layout Expert

S.B. Ballard Construction Co.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus Program

Long-Term Projects

Job summary

S. B. Ballard Construction Company is seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to join our on-site team in the Virginia Beach area. The role focuses on accurate project layout, field verification, and precise as-built documentation from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of surveying experience, strong knowledge of staking, topographic surveys, and field calculations, and proficiency with Total Stations, GPS, and AutoCAD. Travel to multiple project sites is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years surveying experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience using Total Stations, survey levels, and related field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking and layout for commercial projects.
• Verify survey control, dimensions, elevations, and project layout.
• Complete field calculations for layout, grades, and material quantities.
• Prepare accurate as-built documentation and reports.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Utilize Total Stations, GPS, and AutoCAD to support project layout and documentation.
• Review project drawings and calculations to ensure field accuracy.
• Communicate layout information clearly with project teams.
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates.

Skills

Surveying experience

Layout & staking

Reading plans

Total Stations

GPS equipment

AutoCAD

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in surveying or related field

Tools

Total Stations

GPS

AutoCAD

Job description

S. B. Ballard Construction Company is seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to join our on-site team in the Virginia Beach area. The role focuses on accurate project layout, field verification, and precise as-built documentation from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of surveying experience, strong knowledge of staking, topographic surveys, and field calculations, and proficiency with Total Stations, GPS, and AutoCAD. Travel to multiple project sites is required.