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Senior Surveyor-Kiewit Water Facilities South District
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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.
$64,281 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Requisition ID:
181193Job Level:
Mid Level Home District/Group:
Kiewit Water Facilities South Department:
Surveying Market:
Transportation Employment Type:
Full Time Position Overview As a Surveyor at Kiewit, you will play an integral role in ensuring the success of large-scale civil infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on safety, precision, and efficiency, you will manage survey operations critical to the layout and control of construction activities. This hands-on role requires expertise in surveying technologies such as Trimble systems, GPS, and total stations, along with the ability to perform complex calculations for layout, volume, and material estimations. You will be responsible for conducting site investigations, verifying boundaries, tracking project progress, and ensuring compliance with design specifications. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction surveying, with a strong understanding of FAA regulations and experience using CAD software. You must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced field environments. A commitment to leadership, safety, and quality is essential to succeed in this role.District Overview Kiewit Water Facilities South specializes in constructing water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, and desalination plants across North America. Because our people receive continuous and extensive training, hands-on experience, and challenging responsibilities from day one, they quickly develop the expertise that has earned our district its reputation as the premier contractor in the southeast United States. Location One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. Responsibilities Conduct topographic surveys to capture terrain, elevation, and drainage for site plans. Verify property boundaries to ensure compliance and avoid disputes. Map and locate utilities to prevent damage during construction. Assess soil conditions to evaluate site suitability for construction. Mark key site points using total stations and GPS. Ensure construction aligns with design specifications to prevent costly rework.
Monitoring and Verification:
Track construction progress and ensure it aligns with design specs. Conduct final "as-built" surveys to document completed work. Perform volume calculations and material estimations for cost and resource management. Use total stations, GPS, and drones for precise measurements and aerial surveys.Apply CAD software (e.g., Microstation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D) for survey plans. Work with FAA data to monitor aviation activities and provide airspace management recommendations.
Qualifications Experience with Trimble Business Center software preferred. Survey/Engineering background preferred. Familiarity with Microstation and/or AutoCAD (Civil 3D) is beneficial. FAA knowledge in aviation safety, airspace management, and regulations preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in construction survey or related field. Experience with Trimble systems or similar technologies preferred. Strong understanding of geometry and algebra for layout calculations.