Survey Lead

Survey Lead Honolulu, HI Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $130,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Military leave Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Project team coordination Employee onboarding Budget management Mapping using GIS Calibration Budget control 5 years Engineering Surveyor License Equipment troubleshooting Practicing in the surveying industry GPS High school diploma or GED Driver's License Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Quality control Mentoring Trimble GIS software Data collection Senior level Instrument maintenance Construction staking Onboarding process management Total stations Crew management Leadership Drafting Communication skills Technical Proficiency Project stakeholder communication Surface modeling technique Full Job Description We are looking to hire ASAP!

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 calculations 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 Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Survey Lead to oversee and coordinate land surveying projects within our organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in land surveying techniques, GIS technology ( Trimble Ecosystem), and drafting software, ensuring precise data collection and accurate mapping. 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 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.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person