Field Engineer / Construction Surveyor

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is hiring Field Engineers/Construction Surveyors to support major Nashville projects. The roles include field layouts, surveying, and leading survey teams, with experience using Leica robotic total stations, Carlson, and AutoCAD.

Local work around Nashville and full-time hours are offered on high-profile developments. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and math skills, be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, and be able to read blueprints and

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as Field Engineer or Survey Crew Chief preferred.
• Proficiency with Leica robotic total stations, Carlson, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform surveys.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform field layouts and construction surveys using Leica robotic total stations.
• Lead survey teams as Party Chief or Crew Chief, assigning tasks and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Process survey data and drawings using Carlson and AutoCAD.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment.
• Collaborate with project teams to solve field challenges and ensure accuracy.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions; able to work at heights and lift up to 75 pounds.

Skills

Field layouts

Survey leadership

Team coordination

Tools

Leica robotic total stations

Carlson

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

Brasfield & Gorrie is hiring Field Engineers/Construction Surveyors in Nashville. With over 60 years delivering high-profile and complex projects across the Southeast, we are building out our Nashville field engineering team to support some of the city's most significant active projects. Whether you are a traditional field engineer focused on layout and documentation or a survey professional with Leica robotic total station experience, we have a role for you.

NOW HIRING FIELD ENGINEERS | NASHVILLE, TN

Field Engineer | Construction Surveyor | Party Chief | Crew Chief

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Local work in and around Nashville
• Competitive pay based on experience and specialization
• Reliable, full-time hours
• Safe, organized job sites with consistent work
• Field Engineers: work with Procore, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD
• Robotic FEs and Surveyors: work with Leica robotic total stations, Carlson, and AutoCAD

CURRENT PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

• 1010 Church | 60-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
• 1740 Division Street | 20-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
• Chestnut Street | Office and Venue Development | Nashville, TN
• Harpeth Hall STEM Building | School Addition | Nashville, TN
• 1221 Grundy | 16-Story Multi-Family | Nashville, TN
• Amazon | Tower 2 Tenant Buildout | Nashville, TN
• Belle Meade Plaza | Condo and Non Condo | Nashville, TN
• Vanderbilt University | Utility Corridor | Nashville, TN
• Edition Hotel and Residences | 28-Story Multi Family | Nashville, TN

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

FIELD ENGINEER / CONSTRUCTION SURVEYOR

• Perform field layouts and construction surveys using Leica robotic total stations
• Lead survey teams as Party Chief or Crew Chief, assigning tasks and ensuring project milestones are met
• Process survey data and drawings using Carlson and AutoCAD
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment
• Collaborate with project teams to solve field challenges and ensure accuracy
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions; able to work at heights and lift up to 75 pounds

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience as a Field Engineer, Surveyor, Party Chief, or Crew Chief required
• Proficiency with Leica robotic total stations, Carlson, and AutoCAD required
• Strong understanding of construction surveying practices and principles
• Higher-level math skills including algebra and trigonometry
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

WHY WORK WITH US

At Brasfield & Gorrie, our purpose is building exceptional people, trusting relationships, great projects, and strong communities. We value safety, performance, integrity, respect, innovation, and teamwork. We are committed to honoring our word and living by the Golden Rule.

This posting covers multiple field engineering and surveying roles. The specific position offered will be based on your experience, certifications, and current project needs at the time of hire.

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

• 5 years of experience as a Field Engineer or Survey Crew Chief is preferred
• Knowledge of general contract and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, and surveying instruments
• Must be able to work at elevated heights, frequently lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs and work in outside all weather conditions
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, shop drawings, procedure manuals, and safety rules
• Experience with data collectors, electronic or robotic total stations, digital levels, tripod, prism, Carlson explorer, Carlson software, computers
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Higher math skills (algebra and trigonometry)

EOE/Vets/Disabilities