ORION · 1 day ago
Surveyor I
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expORION is seeking a Surveyor I to provide field engineering and project support. This role involves planning and directing work for field engineering crews to ensure accurate measurements and successful project completion.
Building MaintenanceCivil EngineeringConstructionIndustrialMarine TechnologyMarine Transportation
Responsibilities
Researches previous survey evidence, maps, physical evidence, construction documents and other records to obtain data needed for layout
Determines methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control
Understands functions of total Stranton, data collector, and how-to level lasers
Provides Control Lines for all TAS Crews as well as laying out edge forms, columns, cast in place walls, footings, piers, anchor bolts, embeds, scaffolding, and shoring
Provides elevation benchmarks, elevations on decks, edge forms, columns, walls, sidewalks, and site work
Checks plumpness of all columns and walls prior to concrete placement and the plumbing of all columns and walls after concrete placement
Verifies deck elevation prior to concrete placement
Keeps accurate notes, records, sketches, and as-built’s for locations and elevations of all embeds, anchor bolts, and elevated slabs
Provides own transportation, if assigned
Coordinates findings with work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with project
Studies and utilizes the Architectural, Structural, Civil, and Shop drawings
Keeps/wears/carries at all times the necessary tools to perform the job (not in vehicle or gang box)
Helps other crews when job functions permit
Mentors and trains the eye man
All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company
Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety
Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any other incumbents encountered
Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so
Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so
Performs duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.)
Qualification
Required
A minimum of three years of work experience is required
Prior hands-on work experience in the concrete construction industry preferred
The successful candidate must have exemplified high-level problem-solving abilities and technical skills
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and utilize Construction Math concepts
Must have excellent computer skills and be knowledgeable with all Microsoft applications including Microsoft Office and PlanGrid
Excellent Customer service and organizational skills are essential
The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business
Be an effective communicator
Be able to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization
Be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and to independently identify work to be done
Be flexible with the ability to adjust to sudden changes in work priorities
Prioritize work generally and to accommodate those changes
Have a high degree of attention to detail and extreme care in performing tasks accurately and carefully are also essential
Be flexible to travel between one or more jobsites during the normal workday
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required
This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive
The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel
Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise
Company
ORION
Orion is a specialty construction company offering Marine, Concrete, and Engineering & Consulting services across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
ORION has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$140MKey Investors
UMB Bank
2025-12-29Post Ipo Debt· $120M
2020-06-08Post Ipo Debt· $20M
2007-12-21IPO
Leadership Team
Travis Boone
President and CEO
Alison Vasquez
EVP, CFO and Treasurer
Recent News
2026-01-05
2025-12-29
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