Field Layout Engineer - Precision for Real-World Builds

Christman Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Field Layout Engineer to join our Central Michigan or West Michigan region. The role focuses on layout control, tolerances, and accurate placement of structural elements across multiple projects.

Applicants should have 3+ years in building layout and a surveying certificate or equivalent experience. Proficiency with Total Station, Trimble, and Nikon equipment is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Building Layout and using Total Station.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Plans, sets up, and maintains layout control for assigned construction project(s) and identifies errors.
• Ensures projects are built to correct tolerances and quality standards.
• Establishes building corners and reference points for back checks of building location.
• Verifies elevations shown on drawings for roadways and utilities.
• Lays out column center lines and wall locations and checks exterior skin encroachment.
• Plumbs structural steel frames and checks column alignments.
• Sets benchmarks and control lines on each floor for layout use.
• Verifies elevations and control lines during pours.
• Assists with as-built surveys and documentation.

Skills

Building Layout

Education

Surveying certificate

Tools

Total Station

Trimble equipment

Nikon equipment

Job description

Christman Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Field Layout Engineer to join our Central Michigan or West Michigan region. The role focuses on layout control, tolerances, and accurate placement of structural elements across multiple projects.

Applicants should have 3+ years in building layout and a surveying certificate or equivalent experience. Proficiency with Total Station, Trimble, and Nikon equipment is preferred.