Lead Field Survey Party Chief

Kiewit (Canada); Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a mid-level Surveyor to lead topographic surveys, boundary verification, and utility mapping for large civil projects in the South-Central District. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and efficient field performance with Trimble/GPS/Total Station tools.

You will conduct as-built surveys, volume estimations, and ensure alignment with design specs, while coordinating with FAA data and CAD workflows in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Trimble Business Center software preferred.
• Survey/Engineering background preferred.
• Familiarity with Microstation and/or AutoCAD (Civil 3D) is beneficial.
• FAA knowledge in aviation safety, airspace management, and regulations preferred.
• Willingness to work 50–60 hours per week in dynamic, field environments.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction survey or related field.
• Experience with Trimble systems or similar technologies preferred.
• Strong understanding of geometry and algebra for layout calculations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct topographic surveys to capture terrain, elevation, and drainage for site plans.
• Verify property boundaries to ensure compliance and avoid disputes.
• Map and locate utilities to prevent damage during construction.
• Assess soil conditions to evaluate site suitability for construction.
• Mark key site points using total stations and GPS.
• Ensure construction aligns with design specifications to prevent costly rework.
• Track construction progress and ensure alignment with design specs.
• Conduct final "as-built" surveys to document completed work.
• Perform volume calculations and material estimations for cost and resource management.
• Use total stations, GPS, and drones for precise measurements and aerial surveys.
• Apply CAD software (Microstation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D) for survey plans.
• Work with FAA data to monitor aviation activities and provide airspace management recommendations.

Skills

Surveying experience

FAA knowledge

Strong math skills

Education

Survey/Engineering background

Tools

Trimble Business Center

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a mid-level Surveyor to lead topographic surveys, boundary verification, and utility mapping for large civil projects in the South-Central District. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and efficient field performance with Trimble/GPS/Total Station tools.

You will conduct as-built surveys, volume estimations, and ensure alignment with design specs, while coordinating with FAA data and CAD workflows in a dynamic field environment.