Self-Perform Construction Surveyor — Field & QC Lead

Shaw Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Construction is hiring a Self Perform Surveyor to support our Self Perform Concrete and Framing operations across the Colorado Front Range / Mountain Region.

This role covers layout, staking, and formwork verification, along with quality control and quantity take-off support from early estimating through construction close-out — a great fit for someone who wants variety across office and field work on large, complex commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in surveying (minimum).
• Bachelor's in land surveying or civil engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of surveying experience.
• Solid working knowledge of concrete systems, formwork, and shoring.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Trimble, and related surveying software.

Responsibilities

• Perform concrete layout, staking, and formwork verification, plus general project layout and QC compliance checks.
• Calculate points and load Trimble stations; set control using AutoCAD; coordinate embed, hold-down, and penetration layout.
• Support estimating with quantity take-offs, constructability reviews, and scope coordination.
• Coordinate Concrete Lift Drawings and formwork design planning with key trades (Geotech, civil, steel, framing, masonry).
• Perform routine field inspections during construction to support the QA/QC program.
• Utilize robotic total stations, optical/digital levels, GPS equipment, and data collectors.
• Document and address quality issues promptly, and communicate across the project team — PMs, PEs, subcontractors, and inspectors.
• Train and mentor Shaw team members and concrete/framing crew as needed.

Skills

OSHA 10

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in surveying

Bachelor's in land surveying or civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble Access/Business Center

Civil 3D or MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

BIM360

Job description

Shaw Construction is hiring a Self Perform Surveyor to support our Self Perform Concrete and Framing operations across the Colorado Front Range / Mountain Region.

This role covers layout, staking, and formwork verification, along with quality control and quantity take-off support from early estimating through construction close-out — a great fit for someone who wants variety across office and field work on large, complex commercial projects.