Geomatics Field Engineer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Geomatics Field Engineer in Dallas, Texas. This role will involve executing field survey activities, ensuring accuracy of collected data, and collaborating closely with project teams. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of geodetic survey experience and be an experienced remote pilot with an FAA part 107 Certificate. Strong communication skills and knowledge in Autodesk Civil 3D are preferred. Join a company committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Geodetic Survey experience utilizing GNSS equipment.
• Experienced remote pilot in possession of FAA part 107 Certificate.
• Knowledgeably collaborate with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute all field survey related activities on assigned projects.
• Utilize GNSS Equipment for Data Collection and Layout.
• Pilot UAVs equipped with various sensors for data collection.
• Attend project and design team meetings throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Geodetic Survey experience using GNSS equipment

Remote piloting with FAA part 107 Certificate

Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of design and construction aspects

Tools

GNSS Equipment

Utility locate equipment

Autodesk Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Position Summary

The Geomatics Field Engineer is responsible for the execution of all field survey related activities on assigned projects including but not limited to establishing and maintaining project control, topographic data collection, construction layout (staking), as-built documentation, equipment calibration, machine control calibrations & tech support, GIS, utility locating, and drone flight planning & operations. In addition to traditional survey means and methods the Geomatics Field Engineer will be responsible for all flight operations and necessary means of aerial data collection. The Geomatics Field Engineer will report to the jobsite for the projects they are assigned and integrate with the operational management of the project with a focus on cost and schedule enhancement, Quality, adherence to design intent and collaboration with the design team. The Geomatics Field Engineer will directly report to and take direction from their respective Geomatics Manager from whom they will receive operational support, direction on means and methods, and learning and career development. The Geomatics Field Engineer is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and quality of surveyed data and laid out or constructed components and instrumental to overall success of the projects they support.

Safety & Quality

• Ensure adherence to all safety best practices and McCarthy’s Safety Guidelines


• Adhere to all QA/QC processes and procedures to ensure the accuracy and quality of all deliverables and services provided.

Operations

• Utilize GNSS Equipment and survey best practices to provide Data Collection, Layout, As-Built and Machine Control Calibration support for all assigned projects


• Perform site calibration and maintain project control network


• Work with Pile Operators and Supervisors to provide technical support and ensure proper calibration of all pile driving equipment


• Coordinate with Operations and Design teams to ensure adherence to design intent


• Provide Survey Data collection to support the design team with critical site topographic and planimetric survey data using traditional and aerial survey means


• Document Existing and As-Built site conditions to support grading optimization and development of Pile Design.


• Pilot unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) equipped with LiDAR, photogrammetry, IR, and multispectral sensors in support of project deliverables


• Utilize utility locate equipment to mark out underground utilities and support the utility avoidance program


• Maintain Civil base files and ensure site layout and machine control files align with design documents


• Maintain Electrical AsBuilt CAD files and mark out utilities in response to Dig Tickets per our Critical Work Environment policy.


• Support the GIS program with quality survey data and as an onsite subject matter expert


• Participation in regularly scheduled Project and Design team meetings throughout the project lifecycle to support design development and construction operations


• Support the overall site-specific quality program with accurately surveyed data


• Work with Geospatial management and leadership staff to continuously improve project workflows and field procedures


• Participation in technical training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ Years of Geodetic Survey experience utilizing GNSS equipment.


• Experienced remote pilot in possession of FAA part 107 Certificate


• Experienced in Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center (Preferred)


• Strong ability to Communicate and Integrate with Project Teams


• Developmentally minded and focused on continuous improvement


• Knowledgeable in aspects of Design and Construction

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.