Lead Surveyor

This role is responsible for layout of buildings, building sites, roads, property/boundary limits, site control. This includes all surveying sub contactors as needed on local and remote projects. Participates in drone program as a licensed pilot and project level work that requires the knowledge of surveying principles, processes, equipment and software. Trains staff surveyors in all relevant and specialized techniques required to provide trades persons with the layout for a successful jobsite outcome.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and maintaining accurate project control networks for anchor bolt and other critical structural building members.
• Set accurate monumentation (horizontal/vertical) for Millwrights to install plant equipment.
• Record and calculate geospatial data for all types of construction projects.
• Proficiency with the latest Trimble Survey Data Collectors, GNSS, Digital Leveling and Conventional Robotic Total Stations.
• Implement project quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Work closely with Survey Manager, VDC department and Machine Control Specialist (MCS) to ensure the field has the latest foundation models for site excavation.
• Works with drone team as a pilot and provides local and GNSS GCP’s for drone surveys.
• Uses Propeller software for site visualization, topographical data for quantity takeoff and cad design overlays.
• Compiles as-built data for use in steel erection and works with MCS to ensure site utility locations are current on all projects.
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety including knowledge of company safety standards.
• Communicating effectively with all members of their team in a manner that shows they understand the expectations accepted by them and also are able to convey their expectations to others.
• Assist with your crew member's new hire training plan, career planning, and continuous professional development at RLG
• Assist Surveying Manager in finding new technology to implement into our daily workflow.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with owners, customers and sub-contractors.
• Willing to work in extreme weather/environmental conditions at the work site, ability to navigate uneven terrain.

SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of CAD based survey computer programs including AutoCAD, Carlson Survey and Trimble Business Center
• Deep knowledge of Geomatics; ability to Record and Calculate accurate geospatial data for all types of construction projects.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and excellent follow up skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain favorable public/customer relations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Proven track record in the use and implementation of new technologies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans.
• Knowledge of safety best practices and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork and project management
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Proficient using Microsoft suite of programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:                 

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Civil Engineering or equivalent combination of education in similar field and work experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven work experience in the construction industry.
• Valid drivers’ license required
• Part 107 Drone Pilots license preferred, but not required

Interested parties should apply on our website at www.rlgbuilds.com/careers.

Rudolph Libbe Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.