Survey Manager

Duininck; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range based on exp.

Paid Time Off

Company vehicle or reimbursement

Job summary

Duininck is seeking a Manager of Survey, Modeling & Machine Control Systems to oversee surveying, modeling, machine control, and quantity management across Texas projects. You will manage the Surveying Department, supervise field survey personnel, and ensure operations support safe, efficient, and accurate project execution.

The role requires coordinating resources, developing project models, maintaining machine control systems, and driving continuous improvement across surveying processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in surveying, modeling, or related construction technology preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with machine control systems are preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of surveying and modeling experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Carlson Survey/CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate surveying on all Duininck Texas projects.
• Develop and maintain project survey models using industry software.
• Ensure survey equipment and machine control systems are identified, maintained, and updated.
• Support estimating in pre-bid quantity take-offs and assessments.
• Reconcile job production quantities with project take-offs.
• Travel to job sites; perform field surveys and related duties.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on quantity info and change orders as needed.

Skills

Surveying knowledge

Modeling & machine control

Analytical & problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Carlson Survey

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company built on strong relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors, and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

Join specialized infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma. You'll produce hot mix asphalt for military runways, construct roads for the Department of Transportation, and handle high-stakes concrete work for aviation and defense facilities. These aren't just jobs; they're careers building America's critical infrastructure.

This year-round, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive salary range, based on experience and background.
• Paid Time Off
• Company vehicle or vehicle reimbursement available
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans, Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Position-specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match, and more!

Manager of Survey, Modeling & Machine Control Systems leads and oversees all surveying, modeling, machine control, and quantity management activities across company projects. This role manages the Surveying Department, supervises field survey personnel, and ensures surveying and machine control operations support safe, efficient, and accurate project execution.

The successful candidate will coordinate surveying resources across multiple projects, oversee the development and maintenance of project models, and ensure machine control systems are effectively implemented, maintained, and optimized throughout the organization. This position is also responsible for project quantity reconciliation and driving continuous improvement in surveying, modeling, and machine control processes.

The Role:

• Lead, manage, and hold all Duininck Texas surveyors accountable.
• Staff and coordinate surveying activities on all Duininck Texas projects.
• Perform various types of surveys, including but not limited to topography, vertical control, horizontal control, and stakeout.
• Construct survey models for all the Duininck Texas projects using industry survey software.
• Ensure survey equipment and machine control systems are properly identified, utilized, maintained, and updated as needed.
• Support the estimating department in pre-bid quantity take-offs and assessment as requested.
• Reconcile job production quantities with project take-offs.
• Identify potential quantity busts and/or opportunities on projects in advance.
• Support Project Managers with quantity info for projects and/or change orders as requested.
• Spends time indoors in a typical setting and outdoors while surveying construction projects.
• Spends extended periods of time sitting at a computer and drafting surfaces and standing/walking at work sites.
• Performs a variety of physical movements, including lifting objects such as survey/engineering equipment and climbing on equipment.
• Exposure to weather conditions and noise.
• Uses large and fine motor skills, as well as vision and hearing.
• Travel and some weekend work required.

What we Look For:

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, surveying, modeling, and machine control systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and industry-specific software, including Carlson Survey and CAD software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound decision-making skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals across all levels of the organization.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in surveying, modeling, or related construction technology preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with machine control systems are preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of surveying and modeling experience is an asset.

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or citizenship status. For more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.