Field Surveyor: GPS & Grading Specialist

Phillips Infrastructure; Moore Haven (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Infrastructure in Moore Haven, FL seeks a Field Surveyor to perform construction layout and grade control. You will use GPS, robotic total stations, and survey level tools to support dirt work, mass grading, and site development, coordinating with project managers and operators for accurate field implementation.

The role requires reading civil plans, communicating clearly, and working outdoors with attention to detail while maintaining instrument calibration and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Understanding of construction staking, grade control, and earthwork principles.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and cross-sections.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office applications and field data capture.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments, alone or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Utilize GPS equipment (base/rover) and robotic total stations for field measurements.
• Establish horizontal and vertical control on active sites and maintain benchmarks.
• Perform construction layout for grading, pads, slopes, and structures.
• Coordinate survey activities with the team to maintain production efficiency.
• Maintain and calibrate survey equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Upload and verify 3D models and design surfaces for field use.
• Conduct as-built surveys for final grade of completed work.

Skills

GPS equipment

Reading civil plans

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Trimble equipment

Survey level

Job description

Phillips Infrastructure in Moore Haven, FL seeks a Field Surveyor to perform construction layout and grade control. You will use GPS, robotic total stations, and survey level tools to support dirt work, mass grading, and site development, coordinating with project managers and operators for accurate field implementation.

The role requires reading civil plans, communicating clearly, and working outdoors with attention to detail while maintaining instrument calibration and safety standards.