Layout Engineer

ONCORE CCG; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel and per diem

Career growth

Full benefits package

Job summary

ONCORE CCG is actively seeking a Layout Engineer to support concrete construction on major industrial and data center projects nationwide. The role focuses on translating design drawings into precise field layouts for foundations, slabs, walls, and other structural elements using robotic total stations.

The candidate will interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings, maintain control throughout the project lifecycle, and collaborate with engineers and foremen to ensure layout accuracy

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing construction layout on heavy civil, industrial, or commercial concrete projects.
• Proficiency with total station equipment (Trimble preferred; other platforms considered).
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of construction layout using a robotic total station for concrete foundations, slabs, walls, embeds, and structural elements.
• Interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings to establish control points, benchmarks, and layout for concrete crews.
• Set and maintain horizontal and vertical control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with project engineers, superintendents, and concrete foreman to ensure layout accuracy and schedule alignment.
• Perform as-built verification and quality checks on completed concrete work.
• Maintain accurate field notes, layout records, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot layout discrepancies and coordinate resolutions with the project engineering team.
• Support multiple concrete pours and structures simultaneously on large industrial sites.
• Adhere to all site safety protocols and company safety standards.

Skills

Construction layout

Total station proficiency

Reading plans (civil/structural)

Travel willingness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying

Tools

Trimble Total Station

Topcon Total Station

Leica Total Station

Job description

Layout Engineer – Concrete Construction

Location: Multiple opportunities nationwide (Industrial & Data Center projects) Employment Type: Full-Time Travel: Required (project-based, travel/per diem typically provided)

About the Opportunity

Our client is a national, self-perform general contractor specializing in large-scale industrial and data center construction. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Layout Engineer to support concrete operations on major industrial and data center projects across the United States.

Position Summary

The Layout Engineer will be responsible for all field layout activities supporting concrete construction, including foundations, slabs, walls, and other structural elements. This role requires strong proficiency with total station instruments (Trimble or e.g., Topcon, Leica, Sokkia) and the ability to translate design drawings into precise, buildable field layouts on fast-paced, large-scale job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of construction layout using a robotic total station (Trimble or comparable systems) for concrete foundations, slabs, walls, embeds, and structural elements
• Interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings to establish control points, benchmarks, and layout for concrete crews
• Set and maintain horizontal and vertical control throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with project engineers, superintendents, and concrete foreman to ensure layout accuracy and schedule alignment
• Perform as-built verification and quality checks on completed concrete work
• Maintain accurate field notes, layout records, and documentation
• Troubleshoot layout discrepancies and coordinate resolutions with the project engineering team
• Support multiple concrete pours and structures simultaneously on large industrial sites
• Adhere to all site safety protocols and company safety standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing construction layout on heavy civil, industrial, or commercial concrete projects
• Proficiency with total station equipment (Trimble preferred; other major total station platforms considered; (e.g., Topcon, Leica, Sokkia)
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural plans
• Experience supporting large-scale concrete construction (foundations, slabs, structural concrete) preferred
• Prior experience on industrial, data center, or large commercial projects a plus
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States
• Strong communication and coordination skills within a fast-paced field environment
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field preferred (equivalent field experience will be considered)

• What's Offered
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Travel and per diem for out-of-town assignments
• Opportunity to work on some of the largest industrial and data center projects in the country
• Career growth within a national self-perform contractor
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)