Tunnel Survey Manager

Protecnium; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 paid vacation days

5 working days of sick leave

Visa sponsorship available

Local health insurance

Vehicle, gas, and phone provided

Job summary

Protecnium is seeking a Tunnel Survey Manager for a Heavy Civil Construction Project in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The role involves leading all surveying activities, managing survey teams, and ensuring compliance with project tolerances. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of surveying experience, particularly in tunneling or underground infrastructure projects. This position offers competitive benefits including paid vacation, health insurance, and vehicle provision.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, with potential shifts depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of surveying experience.
• Strong experience in tunneling or underground infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience as Survey Manager or similar leadership role.
• Knowledge of Leica, Trimble, or similar survey equipment.
• Experience with survey software and CAD platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage all tunnel surveying operations on site.
• Coordinate field survey crews and office survey personnel.
• Supervise tunnel control network establishment and maintenance.
• Ensure survey accuracy and compliance with project tolerances.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and TBM teams.

Skills

10+ years of surveying experience

Tunneling or underground infrastructure experience

Knowledge of Leica, Trimble or similar equipment

Experience with survey software and CAD platforms

Strong leadership and communication skills

Job description

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently seeking a Tunnel Survey Manager to join our team on a Heavy Civil Construction Project in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Project

Tunnel Construction Project

Summary

We are looking for a Tunnel Survey Manager to lead and coordinate all surveying activities for the tunneling works. The ideal candidate should have solid experience managing survey teams on heavy civil or underground infrastructure projects, preferably tunnels. The candidate will oversee survey field operations, tunnel control networks, coordination with construction and engineering teams, quality control procedures, and survey deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

Estimated Duration of the Position

48 months – In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

• Manage all tunnel surveying operations on site.
• Coordinate field survey crews and office survey personnel.
• Supervise tunnel control network establishment and maintenance.
• Ensure survey accuracy and compliance with project tolerances.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and TBM teams.
• Review survey reports, calculations, and deliverables.
• Support planning and execution of tunnel advance activities.
• Ensure implementation of QA/QC procedures.
• Manage survey schedules and resource allocation.
• Support problem‑solving during tunnel construction operations.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 9 working hours plus a 1‑hour lunch break. Depending on project needs, it may later transition to rotational shifts.

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days + 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
• Visa sponsorship available if necessary.
• Local health insurance.
• Vehicle, gas, and phone are provided.
• Minimum 10+ years of surveying experience.
• Strong experience in tunneling or underground infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience as Survey Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience with tunnel control and underground survey methodologies.
• Knowledge of Leica, Trimble, or similar survey equipment.
• Experience with survey software and CAD platforms.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.