Field Surveyor – Data Center Projects & BIM Layout

The Weitz Company; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K Retirement Savings Plan with 401K

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Surveyor for a data center project. The role focuses on converting designs from Revit and AutoCAD Civil 3D into precise field layout points, ensuring QC and creating as-built documentation. Travel and relocation are possible based on project needs.

Expect extensive field work (about 90% of the time) with coordination among engineers, BIM coordinators, and construction teams to align survey activities with major milestones.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a surveyor.
• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, civil engineering, or geomatics preferred.
• OSHA 30 and safety certifications are a plus.
• Open to travel and relocation based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Spend most of the time in the field ensuring precise layout on site.
• Convert Revit/AutoCAD Civil 3D models into field coordinates.
• Set control points and perform QC checks for accuracy.
• Document as-built conditions for project records.
• Update models with field data for handover.
• Collaborate with engineers, BIM coordinators, and construction teams.

Skills

Data management

BIM workflows

Survey coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in surveying

Geomatics preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

Trimble Business Center

Leica Captivate

Topcon Magnet

ESRI GIS

Job description

The Weitz Company is seeking a Surveyor for a data center project. The role focuses on converting designs from Revit and AutoCAD Civil 3D into precise field layout points, ensuring QC and creating as-built documentation. Travel and relocation are possible based on project needs.

Expect extensive field work (about 90% of the time) with coordination among engineers, BIM coordinators, and construction teams to align survey activities with major milestones.