Survey Manager

The-Middlesex-Corporation; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Top-tier 401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

The Middlesex Corporation seeks a Survey Manager to lead surveying operations for major heavy civil projects. You will manage field crews, develop 3D terrain models, and ensure accurate layout using Civil 3D, Carlson, and Trimble Business Center.

Strong leadership, communication, and safety focus are essential. Requirements include 10+ years in construction surveying, 5+ years in survey management, and licensure as a Professional Surveyor and Mapper preferred in FL/MA/CT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience performing construction project layout.
• 5 years in a survey management position.
• Preferred licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper in FL/MA/CT.
• Degrees in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Knowledge of modern survey equipment and GPS/robotic total stations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure safety policies on all projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers on initial layout requirements and field reporting.
• Utilize Trimble hardware and software for surveying and machine control.
• Use Civil 3D, Carlson and Trimble software for contouring and staking.
• Prepare final survey records and as-builds; coordinate survey subcontractors.
• Oversee survey crew scheduling, QA, and field notes documentation.
• Maintain equipment calibration, safety, and data integrity.

Skills

Survey management

Construction layout

Leadership

Communication

Field supervision

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

Civil 3D

Carlson

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Access

SCS900

GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Machine Control

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Survey Manager must be well versed in survey programs such as Civil 3D, Carlson, and Trimble Business Center, automated machine control, developing and maintaining 3D terrain models for projects. General responsibilities include training and supervising field survey staff, managing survey data for multiple projects, implementing proper survey procedures (computational and operational) and related quality control, and accurate & consistent field reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Work directly with the Project Managers and Superintendents regarding initial project layout requirements, means and methods of establishing project survey control, and field reporting.
• Utilize Trimble survey equipment and software including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, and manage Machine Control equipment
• Software used includes SCS900, Trimble Access, and Trimble Business Center.
• Import/Export data to/from field instruments including data collectors and machine control.
• Must be well versed in survey programs (Civil 3D, Carlson, Trimble Business Center), automated machine control, developing and maintaining 3D terrain models for projects.
• Work with other project Field Supervisors to coordinate (with Superintendent) and engage (with Field Engineers) in surveying for jobsite activities, including survey computations and field layout for major phases of construction, prior to the start of any significant activity.
• Oversee survey equipment (calibration & maintenance requirements and security) and discusses with the General Superintendent recommendations concerning any purchasing and repair decisions and technology upgrades.
• Scheduling and training of survey crews, quality control, and job site safety.
• Perform calculations for horizontal and vertical survey control by use of GPS, total station, etc., including organized documentation of survey notes.
• Preparation of final records for the project, including as-builds.
• Coordinating and monitoring the work of survey subcontractors.
• Preparation of survey crew field data and assignments, including data collector transfers, creating designs and work orders, models for GPS machine controls, coordinate lists and worksheet plotting.
• Keep Project Managers and Field Supervisors informed on status of all assigned projects and tasks.
• Research and obtain all information needed for the successful completion of the project including previous survey evidence, maps, utility investigations, site inspections and other records to obtain data or evidence needed for survey.
• Use Civil 3D, Carlson, and Business Center software for contouring, setting alignments, setting points for construction staking.
• Edit and troubleshoot incoming data collector files in accordance with company procedures. Reviews and utilize survey crew field notes.
• Do independent double checks on all critical survey layout in accordance with Middlesex policies and procedures.
• Represent the firm in a professional manner, with well-composed correspondences (letters, transmittals, memos, e-mails, etc.).

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience performing construction project layout and 5 years in a survey management position.
• Preferred to be licensed in the State of Florida, Massachusetts or Connecticut as a Professional Surveyor and Mapper as well as having a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Knowledge of appropriate principles and practices of surveying, sufficient to solve complex surveying problems.
• Knowledge of modern survey equipment such as robotic total stations, data collectors, field software. Knowledge of GPS equipment and survey controller(s) is essential.
• Ability to research previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, as well as other records to obtain data needed for surveys is required.
• Requires the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with departmental officials, subordinate, related personnel and the general public.

Necessary Attributes:

• Demonstrate excellent communication, verbal and written skills.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Must be organized and be capable of multi-tasking.
• Excellent leadership abilities and work within a management team.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.