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Senior Surveyor

Kiewit
Westlake, TX, US
On-site

About this role

About the Role

As a Senior Surveyor at Kiewit, you will lead survey operations critical to the layout and control of large-scale civil infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on safety, precision, and efficiency. This hands-on role requires expertise in surveying technologies and the ability to perform complex calculations for layout, volume, and material estimations. What You'll Do

  • 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.

  • Monitor construction progress and verify alignment 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. What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in construction survey or related field.

  • Experience with Trimble systems or similar technologies.

  • 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.

  • Strong understanding of geometry and algebra for layout calculations.

  • Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work overtime and weekends as required. Nice to Have

  • Trimble Business Center experience (if not already listed).

  • Additional familiarity with FAA data and airspace management tools. Compensation & Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.

  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.

  • Life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans with employer matching.

  • Generous paid time off.

  • Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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