Senior Field Engineer / Construction Surveyor
2 Days Old
Job Description
Job Description
Salary:
Bailey-Harris is seeking a highly skilled and tech-savvy Senior Field Engineer / Construction Surveyor to join our field operations team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintainrobotic total stationsand leveling instruments on construction sites.
- Performconstruction layout and site stakingbased on plans and digital models (CAD/BIM).
- Interpret engineering and architectural drawings to translate design into real-world measurements.
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, and field crews to ensure alignment between digital models and physical layout.
- Manage and process survey data using software such asTrimble FieldLink, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or Revit.
- Troubleshoot field data issues and ensure accuracy of layout operations.
- Ensure all work complies with safety standards, quality assurance protocols, and industry regulations.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of field experience in surveying or field engineering, preferably in a construction environment.
- Proficiency with robotic total stations (Trimble, Leica, Topcon, etc.)
- Familiarity with CAD, BIM, and survey data processing software.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, grading, utilities, and site layout.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability and willingness to collaborate with the entire Project Team
- Must be able to work at elevated heights, frequently lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs and work in outside all-weather conditions
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, shop drawings, procedure manuals, and safety rules
- Experience with data collectors, electronic or robotic total stations, builders levels, laser levels, tripod, prisms, computers
- Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
- Higher math skills (algebra and trigonometry)
- Proficiency using Imperial Measuring System (Feet and Inches) and Decimal Feet System
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with GNSS/GPS systems.
- Experience integrating robotic layout with 3D models from Revit or Navisworks.
- Ability to train others on surveying equipment and digital workflows.
Work Environment:
- Majority of work will be conducted on active construction sites, requiring the use of PPE.
- Exposure to variable weather conditions.
Physical demands include walking, standing for long periods, and lifting equipment.
- Location:
- Huntsville
- Category:
- Engineering