GPS Engineer

Plote Construction, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plote Construction is seeking a GPS Engineer to support on-site GPS equipment, improve jobsite efficiency, and help calculate quantities across multiple sites. You will work with project teams and superintendents to ensure accurate data and timely updates, using Carlson AutoCAD to map points and collaborating with GPS managers.

The role emphasizes safety, training of GPS laborers, and adapting to changing plans while coordinating with multiple crews and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 2-year associate degree preferred.
• 4-year bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering ideal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot all GPS base stations, machines, and rovers on the job site.
• Perform layout and staking on the jobsite for construction crews.
• Collect topographic information to accurately calculate quantities for the job.
• Collaborate with Project Management to calculate final quantities and provide timely information.
• Daily communication with Project Management Teams, Superintendents, GPS Managers, subcontractors, GPS laborers, and GPS operators regarding scheduling.

Skills

CAD basics

GPS technology

Microsoft Office

Surveying basics

OSHA 30

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor’s in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Carlson AutoCAD

Topcon GPS

Trimble GPS

Job description

Position Description

The Plote Family of Companies is a fine example of the American dream realized through over 60 years of hard work, sacrifice and a deep understanding of the value of focused individual effort, performed in concert, to achieve the goal of entrepreneurial success. At Plote we bring expertise, quality, depth of resources, and cutting-edge equipment and technology together to deliver exceptional services in excavation, aggregates, asphalt paving, concrete paving, civil heavy engineering, sustainable materials, commercial development, environmental services, and snow removal.

Primary Function:A GPS Engineer is part of the project team who helps both the Project Management Teams and the Superintendents. A GPS Engineer supports the GPS equipment on site and helps utilize the GPS equipment to make the job more efficient, aid in productivity, and calculate quantities on several job sites.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and troubleshoot all the GPS base stations, machines, and rovers on the job site.


• Perform layout and staking on the jobsite for construction crews.


• Collect topographic information for existing, ongoing, and final points to accurately calculate quantities for the job.


• Work with the Superintendent to provide timely information for excavation activities as well as collaborating with the Project Management Team to calculate final quantities for the job.


• Daily communication with the Project Management Teams, Superintendents, GPS Managers, subcontractors, GPS laborers, and GPS operators regarding scheduling.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Continuously maintain a safe environment on the job site.


• Train GPS laborers and GPS operators on the GPS equipment.


• Update GPS files when there are revisions to the job site plans.


• Use Carlson AutoCAD to draw up all points shot on the job.


• Working knowledge of the job-specific plans and specs.


• Work with the Project Management Team to resolve plan and field issues/discrepancies.


• Responsible for Millimeter GPS, stringless paving, and drone technology.

Position Requirements

Required Skill/Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office.


• Experience with civil site and roadway plans and/or building plans.

Preferred Skills/ Knowledge:

• Previous Internship in a Civil Construction role and/or equivalent experience.


• 1-4 years of civil construction experience or survey experience.


• 1 year of 3D modeling experience (Carlson preferred).


• Basic knowledge Surveying.


• Experience with GPS technology (Topcon and/or Trimble).


• 30 Hour OSHA Certified.

Education Level / Required Certification:

• High School Graduate (Required)


• 2 Year associate's degree (Preferred)


• 4 Year bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering (Ideal)

Problem Solving:

Must be able to work with the Project Management Teams and Superintendents to

recognize issues with the plans, coordination of the subcontractors, and scheduling of

activities. Must be adaptive to change and willing to work with multiple crews and

subcontractors to create a productive job site.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Why Plote

At Plote we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, retirement savings to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

Plote has a fast-paced and dynamic environment where team members are committed to excellence and proud to be part of a growing and successful construction company.

Plote Construction, Northern Illinois’ premier Excavating, Asphalt Paving and Concrete Contractor, is committed to conducting construction operations in the safest manner possible. With an industry leading safety record, and a robust safety program. At Plote you’ll find a deep commitment and dedication to safety and team members’ wellbeing.

Plote is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Plote will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

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