Survey Manager

Duininck Companies; Willmar, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Health plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

PPE provided

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck is seeking a qualified professional to lead surveying, modeling, and machine control activities across Texas projects. You will manage the Surveying Department, supervise field staff, and ensure accurate model development and control systems implementation for safe, efficient project execution.

The role requires coordinating resources, advancing project models, and driving continuous improvement in surveying and quantity reconciliation. Occasional travel and weekend work are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 topography, vertical/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 identified, utilized, maintained, and updated.
• Support estimating with pre-bid quantity take-offs and assessments.
• Reconcile job production quantities with project take-offs.
• Travel and some weekend work is required.

Skills

Surveying knowledge

Modeling software

Machine control systems

MS Office suite

CAD software

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Carlson Survey

CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Outlook/Word

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

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!

The 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.