DRY DOCK
- SURVEY LEAD
- OAHU Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc.
- 4.
2 Honolulu, HI Job Details Full-time $90,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Managing surveying teams 3D CAD modeling 3D modeling software Team leadership Machine troubleshooting Equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Driver's License Managing mapping or surveying teams Construction industry experience Mapping using 3D modeling Trimble Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing teams in a construction management role Technical troubleshooting support 3D modeling Total stations Surveying geometry calculations Cross-section construction GNSS systems Full Job Description About the Role We are seeking a skilled and organized Survey Lead to serve as the critical link between the project management team and field survey party chiefs. This is a coordination-focused role for a technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and can bridge office calculations with field execution on large-scale infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise with Trimble survey equipment and Trimble Business Center software, combined with a strong foundation in survey modeling, GPS operations, and precise survey calculations. Priority Technical Stack — Trimble Ecosystem Trimble Business Center (TBC) — primary office software for data processing, modeling, and report generation Trimble Survey Gear — total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, data collectors (e.g., TSC7, Trimble Access) Experience importing, processing, and quality-checking field data within TBC Ability to create and manage surface models, alignments, and corridor designs in TBC Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact between the Survey Manager/Project Lead and field survey party chiefs, ensuring clear and timely communication of priorities, changes, and deliverables Review, verify, and distribute survey control, stakeout data, and work control lines and elevations to field crews Perform and QC survey calculations, coordinate geometry (COGO), and surface modeling using Trimble Business Center Manage and oversee
GPS/GNSS
control networks, base station setup, and RTK operations across project sites Ensure crews perform layout work accurately for concrete pours, anchor bolts, piping hangers, supports, and other critical installations Check as-built conditions using appropriate surveying techniques and ensure documentation is completed and filed correctly Provide topographic and cross-section surveys for planning and payment quantity calculations Assist with conducting quantity calculations as required by the project team Coordinate survey activities with engineers and superintendents to meet construction schedule requirements Monitor and maintain the condition and calibration of all Trimble survey equipment Manage survey department resources and assigned departmental budget Support onboarding and mentorship of junior survey staff and party chiefs
What We Are Looking For Required:
High School Diploma or GED minimum; Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Engineering, Geomatics, or related field preferred 5+ years of experience in construction or land survey, including field and office roles Proficiency in Trimble Business Center for data processing, surface modeling, and survey calculation Demonstrated experience operating and troubleshooting Trimble survey equipment (total stations, GNSS/GPS, Data Collectors) Strong understanding of
GPS/GNSS
principles, control networks, and RTK workflows Solid survey calculation skills including COGO, traverse closure, and coordinate transformations Experience producing and reviewing surface and 3D models for construction layout Valid Driver's License Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills Preferred /
A Plus:
Experience on large-scale infrastructure, heavy civil, or mega-project construction (billion-dollar+ projects) Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license — not required, but valued Familiarity with machine control and GPS-guided equipment workflows Experience managing multiple field crews across concurrent project sites Background in cross-section quantity calculations and topographic survey for payment applications Note on
Licensure:
A Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is not a requirement for this position. We value demonstrated field and technical experience, particularly within the Trimble ecosystem, over licensure. Candidates with strong TBC proficiency, GPS/GNSS expertise, and large-project backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Why Work With Us Comprehensive compensation and paid time off program Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP Medical, Dental, Vision, and/or Extended Health Care coverage Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Opportunity to work on landmark, large-scale infrastructure projects
Location:
Honolulu, HI Department:
Survey Reports to: Survey Manager /
Project Lead Employment Type:
Full-Time PLS Required:
No Salary Range:
$90,000 / year We are an
EEO / ADA
/ Veterans Employer
