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S&B USA Construction
Surveyor- Heavy Civil
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What they do
A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$72,695 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Surveyor- Heavy Civil S&B USA Construction 401(k) United States, D.C., Washington Jul 25, 2026 Fay, S&B USA Construction builds complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic such as major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule are not checkboxes here - they are the standard we hold ourselves to on every project, every day. Whether you are early in your career looking for the kind of project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead work at the highest level, you will find both here. We invest in the people who build with us, and the projects we take on reflect that commitment.
It is mandatory that the employee wear approved personal protective equipment.
Employee will perform a variety of duties while exposed to outside elements, working at heights, and confined or enclosed spaces.
Summary:
Provide surveying service which includes technical and administrative direction for layout and surveying personnel, including scheduling, training, assigning work activities and monitoring performance. Insures all primary, secondary and layout control data comply with engineering standards. Issues, edits and maintains all field engineering books and records. Ensure all inspections, sign-off, etc. are complete and comply with procedures. Ensure construction work complies with design drawings. This role will report to the Chief of Surveying.Responsibilities/Functions:
Manage all Survey and Layout Activities Coordinate and schedule work with Project Directors, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents and Estimating Maintaining a high level of expertise in GPS/Survey equipment, software and methodology Maintain, track, inventory, manage and coordinate use of survey and machine and control equipment Performs review tasks (QA/QC) for 3D modeling and grading Maintain, track, inventory, manage and coordinate use of GPS, survey and machine control equipment Provides work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials by crafts, i.e., forms for concrete pours, anchor bolts, piping hangers and supports, etc. Set-up protocols to assure accuracy of permanent work Modifies, directs or assists in the modification existing construction documents Provides checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques Provides topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities Provides quantity calculations as required Documents surveying activities and maintains surveying equipment Effectively supervises surveying technician and surveying trainee personnel Coordinates surveying activities with the assigned engineer to meet the construction requirements Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values and goals Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction Essential skills and experience: The ideal candidate will be licensed or working toward licensure and have a minimum of 1-3 years of practical field experience in Heavy Highway construction with use of Machine Control and the ability to use design software such as AutoCAD, C3D or Carlson Civil.Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required toclimb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction), stand; walk, (stand for long periods of time) handle, or feel; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects. The employee must frequently work or walk on uneven ground and is required to wear steel toed boots at all times.It is mandatory that the employee wear approved personal protective equipment.
Employee will perform a variety of duties while exposed to outside elements, working at heights, and confined or enclosed spaces.