Layout Field Engineer

Lithko Contracting; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading concrete construction company as a Field Engineer, playing a vital role in project success. You'll utilize advanced instrumentation and collaborate with teams to ensure precision in construction projects. With over 5 years of experience, your expertise will contribute to large-scale commercial and industrial projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in every layout.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in field engineering, surveying, and layout.
• Experience with self-perform concrete required.
• Knowledge of construction principles for projects over $1 million.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain control for line and grade portions of projects.
• Collaborate with project leads for scheduling and sequencing.
• Ensure precision and quality in layout execution.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Coordinate Geometry

Geometric Theory

Geometric Functions

Tools

Total Station

Robotic Total Station

Theodolite

Data Surveying Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

When you join Lithko Contracting, you're building your career alongside leaders in concrete construction. We apply our expertise across industries, from industrial and manufacturing facilities to healthcare and educational institutions, as well as chip plants and data centers. Every year, you’ll contribute to placing over 100 million square feet of concrete, driving the company’s $1.7 billion in annual revenue.

With over 25 locations nationwide and more than 5,000 coworkers, you'll find endless opportunities to sharpen your skills, grow your career, and build beyond expectations.

The Role

Lithko Contracting, LLC is seeking a Field Engineer to join the team. As a Field Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the success of the overall project team, responsible for the planning and layout of the line and grade portion of a project. You will bring technical expertise in line/grade layout and the use of advanced instrumentation like total stations. You will be a key technical resource for others in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and maintain permanent control throughout the line and grade portion of the project.
• Apply expertise in using Total Station, Robotic Total Station, and/or Theodolite equipment.
• Utilize data surveying software proficiently.
• Validate dimensions by reviewing architectural and structural drawings before execution.
• Ensure precision and quality in your work, constantly seeking improvements and monitoring quality levels.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies in drawings prior to execution.
• Collaborate with the project lead to ensure proper scheduling and sequencing for the line and grade portion.
• Complete layouts accurately, efficiently, and within the project timeline.
• Provide layout information to the project team for seamless execution.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Proficient in using Total Station, Robotic Total Station, and/or Theodolite equipment.
• Experienced with data surveying software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Coordinate Geometry, Geometric Theory, and Geometric Functions for establishing survey/data/layout points.
• 5+ years of experience in field engineering, surveying, and layout for large-scale Commercial, Self-Perform General Contractor, or Concrete Contractor projects.
• Some experience with self-perform concrete is required.
• Experience with a variety of project types, with an emphasis on Commercial/Industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of construction principles and practices with experience on projects over $1 million.

Lithko is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all races and ethnicities, and others to apply.

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