DLZ Corporation · 16 hours ago
Field Surveyor / Party Chief
Waterford, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDLZ Corporation is a nationally recognized multidisciplinary firm that delivers engineering and architectural design services. They are seeking a Field Surveyor / Party Chief to conduct field surveys, operate survey instruments, and ensure accurate data collection while representing the company positively.
ArchitectureConstructionConsultingProject Management
Responsibilities
Conduct field surveys, including topographic, boundary, and utility, to determine the locations of natural features and man-made features, underground, and underwater and their relationships to right-of-way and boundary lines
Lay out grids, determining horizontal and vertical controls; prepare survey sites and remove necessary obstacles, including debris, brush, tree limbs, etc. to perform the survey
Operate survey instruments such as robotic total stations, data collectors, laser scanners, GPS, and other standard survey equipment to collect field data
Interpret construction plans, perform necessary calculations in the field, and perform construction layout
Create legible and accurate field notes
Upload/Download data files and photographs
Set up, maintain, and operate all field survey equipment, vehicles, and supplies
Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan
Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate or equivalent required
Ability to review and understand civil construction and architectural plans and specifications
Must be able perform basic mathematical and trigonometric calculations
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, property owners, and coworkers
Must have or be able to obtain OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Certification
Available to work overtime as needed with occasional light travel
Willingness to work in all weather conditions
Must possess a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record
Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements
Preferred
Associates Degree or higher in Surveying & Mapping, Civil Technology, or Civil Engineering useful
Survey experience with construction experience preferred
Prefer experience with Leica or Trimble Robotic Total Stations, laser scanners, GPS, and Data Collectors
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
Paid parental leave
Life & AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Wellness program with reimbursement benefits
Company
DLZ Corporation
DLZ ranks among the top-consulting firms in the architectural/engineering industry.
Founded in 1916
501-1000 employees
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