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Construction Surveyor

Garrett Excavating
Benton, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

Construction Surveyor

We are seeking a skilled Construction Surveyor to join our heavy civil construction team specializing in Dirt work, Underground Utilities, and Concrete Paving. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing accurate surveying services to ensure precise measurements for construction projects. You will utilize Trimble systems and other advanced technologies to support project success. A drone pilot's license and experience with LiDAR and photogrammetry are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform surveying tasks for a variety of heavy civil construction projects, including dirt work, underground utilities, and concrete paving.

- Utilize Trimble GPS, robotic total stations, and other surveying equipment to perform accurate measurements and layout.

- Conduct field surveys to establish base lines, elevations, and other key reference points.

- Ensure data collected is accurate and interpreted properly to assist in project planning and execution.

- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and construction teams to provide technical surveying support.

- Operate drones for aerial surveying, data capture, and analysis, including LiDAR and photogrammetry techniques.

- Create detailed site models and maps based on collected data, ensuring precision in calculations and measurements.

- Maintain up to date knowledge of construction plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure alignment with project requirements.

- Monitor and document progress onsite, performing as built surveys and ensuring compliance with designs.

- Troubleshoot equipment, verify calibration, and ensure all tools are functioning correctly before use.

- Prepare reports, field notes, and drawings to present findings to management and teams.

- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and surveying standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

- Civil Engineering background, or a related field is preferred.

- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction surveying, particularly in heavy civil projects.

- Proficient in Trimble GPS, TOPCON GPS, and total station systems for field surveying.

- Recommended but not necessary. Drone Pilot's License (Part 107) and experience using drones for surveying, including LiDAR and photogrammetry data processing.

- Strong understanding of earthwork, utilities, and paving operations and how surveying data integrates with construction processes.

- Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced construction environment.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to nontechnical stakeholders.

- Proficient in Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other CAD software is a plus.

- Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, sometimes in physically demanding environments.

- Able to distinguish between Grid and Ground Coordinates.

Preferred Skills:

- Certification as a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is a plus but not required.

- Experience with machine control systems and data management.

- Familiarity with photogrammetry and experience processing data from drone surveys to create digital terrain models.

Requirements:

- Safety Sensitive Position

- Must be 18 years of age or older.

- Must have reliable transportation.

- Must have the ability to work extended hours as required by the workload.

- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in all types of terrain

- Able to meet all physical requirements such as standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting 50 pounds or more.

- Ability to work around loud noises and can tolerate being exposed to odors, gasses, dust, etc.

- Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, and in excavated areas.

**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veterans' status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) 4% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

  • Hourly pay
  • Overtime pay

Physical Setting:

  • Construction site
  • Outdoor work

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

  • Benton, AR 72015: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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