Field Surveyor

acciona; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Field Surveyor to support roadway and bridge construction projects in the United States. You will perform topographic and construction surveys, operate GNSS and total stations, and help with stakeouts and QA/QC to ensure alignment accuracy.

You will work with a team in outdoor field conditions, supervising junior crew members and coordinating with project engineers. ACCIONA offers relocation assistance and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of field surveying experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of geodetic control and coordinate systems.
• Experience with roadway/bridge layouts and cross-sections is advantageous.
• Ability to supervise 2–4 junior crew members and coordinate with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct topographic, boundary, and construction surveys for roadways and bridges.
• Operate GNSS receivers, total stations, levels, and drones for field data collection.
• Perform construction layout and stakeout for earthwork and structures.
• Monitor progress and verify compliance with plans and right‑of‑way limits.
• Perform QA/QC checks on survey data and maintain control networks.
• Process data with Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
• Prepare as-built surveys, volume calculations, and deliverables (CSV, DXF, LandXML).
• Supervise and train junior survey crew members (2–4).
• Support machine guidance operations for dozers, excavators, and graders.
• Maintain field notes, logs, and reports for engineers and stakeholders.

Skills

Field surveying experience

Heavy civil construction

Geodetic knowledge

Team supervision

Outdoor work

Tools

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD

GNSS receivers

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The Field Surveyor is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by providing precise field measurements, construction layout, and quality verification essential for roadway and bridge construction. This role ensures accurate topographic data, alignment control, and progress monitoring to support construction crews, subcontractors, and project engineers.

Job Description

1. Conduct topographic, boundary, and construction surveys for roadway alignments, bridge foundations, slopes, elevations, and cross-sections.
2. Operate GNSS receivers, total stations, levels, and drones to collect accurate field data.
3. Perform construction layout and stakeout for earthwork, structures, utilities, and roadway features.
4. Monitor construction progress and verify compliance with plans, specifications, and right‑of‑way limits.
5. Perform QA/QC checks on survey data, resolve discrepancies in real time, and maintain survey control networks.
6. Process survey data using Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD, or equivalent software.
7. Prepare as-built surveys, volume calculations, and digital deliverables (CSV, DXF, LandXML).
8. Supervise and train junior survey crew members (2-4 personnel).
9. Support machine guidance operations for dozers, excavators, and grading equipment.
10. Maintain daily field notes, logs, and reports for engineers and project stakeholders.
11. Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

At a minimum, the Field Surveyor must have a valid driver's license and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Experience of minimum of 5+ years of field surveying; roadway, bridge, or heavy civil construction project experience is preferred. Knowledge of machine control models, construction staking, and proficiency with AutoCAD or similar survey processing software.
Strong understanding of geodetic control, coordinate systems, and transformations.
Ability to interpret engineering plans, roadway alignments, and bridge layout drawings.
Proficiency with Trimble systems (R750, TSC7), GNSS workflows, and robotic total stations.
Ability to work safely in active construction zones and rugged outdoor environments.
Strong communication skills for coordinating with construction crews, subcontractors, and engineers.
Ability to work independently and manage daily survey tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project priorities.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.