What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Lead– Robotic Total Station Experience/ requires frequent travel position at Samuel Engineering, Inc.?
requires frequent travel
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Survey Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will be required to have hands-on experience operating robotic total stations and managing field survey operations for Industrial Plant construction projects. This role is critical to ensuring accurate layout, establishing control points, layouts for foundations and screw pilings, check steel and vessels for vertical plumb, elevation control, and verification of site conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate robotic total stations and other survey equipment to perform layout and verification tasks.
- Interpret construction drawings and specifications to establish control points and benchmarks.
- Lead and perform survey activities with field crews and construction managers.
- Maintain accurate field notes, records, and documentation.
- Perform topographic and as-built surveys as needed.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and project requirements.
- Train and mentor junior survey personnel.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of field survey experience in construction environments.
- Proficiency with robotic total stations (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, Leica, Nikon).
- Strong understanding of construction layout, grading, and elevation control.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and CAD drawings.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Needs to be self-motivated and a self-starter.
- Must be a US Citizen or have proper documentation to work in US.
- Valid driver's license and a willingness to travel to job sites.
Preferred:
- Experience with GPS survey systems and data collectors.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software.
- Previous experience in industrial or heavy civil construction projects.