Construction and Field Survey Specialist I 2026-02018

State of Wyoming•Buffalo, WY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction & Field Survey Specialist I in Buffalo, Wyoming. This role involves working under limited supervision to support the preliminary designs and construction of highway projects. The position contributes to a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system. Buffalo, Wyoming, offers a lifestyle with abundant outdoor recreational opportunities and is located between the rolling plains and the Bighorn Mountains. The state of Wyoming has no income tax. This position offers a $2,000 hiring bonus (see notes for eligibility) and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and flexible schedules.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License
Defensive Driving
Ability to obtain QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt, and Concrete
Ability to obtain Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification
Knowledge of project coordination and monitoring.
Knowledge of review design and construction methods.
Knowledge of construction trades and practices.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Knowledge of engineering and computations/formulas.
Knowledge of construction inspection, which includes the interpretation of plans and specifications.
Knowledge of the documentation of project records.
Knowledge of communication with supervisors and contractors.
Knowledge of working towards a leadership role.
Knowledge of material testing.
Ability to perform complicated computer calculations.
Knowledge of computers and calculators.
Knowledge of surveying, surveying methods, equipment, and the ability to apply uploading and downloading of survey files.
Knowledge of contract time, administration, and contract changes.
Associate's Degree
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Technician

Nice To Haves

2 to 4 years of progressive work experience in roadway construction methods, contract administration, survey experience, and material testing.

Responsibilities

Performs various tasks, including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs and the construction of highway projects.
Responsible for minor construction projects.
Observes, monitors, and oversees highway and highway-related construction performed by contractors.
Fields test materials, checks work against specifications, and confers with contractors, engineers, and work crews.
Reviews highway design plans to verify existing utilities, determine utility conflicts, and contacts utility companies to notify highway projects and confirm utility conflicts.
Responsible for project documentation, pay estimates, and final contract documents.
Verifies and documents work activities.
Regularly monitors and inspects work and calculates the payment of contractors.
Maintains crew diaries and logs supporting departmental record-keeping and/or contract administration activities.
Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
Assists in the preparation of recommendations used to design construction projects.
Anticipates potential problems before going to contract.
Checks preliminary plans for errors and problems.
Communicates internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects.
Researches land ownership and contacts landowners to secure permission to enter their land to conduct surveys.
Prepares and checks documentation to be sent to the district's final office.
Oversees minor to more complex construction projects by documenting pay quantities, coordinating the work schedule of subordinates, and working with contractors for quality control.
Prepares and updates reports as needed.
Assists and supports the District Land Surveyor and the district administrative personnel.