Layout/Surveyor

Fessler & Bowman Inc•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

As a Surveyor for Fessler & Bowman, you will assist field team members on projects by staking out sites and developing layouts. Working closely with Foremen, you will help keep customers satisfied and support the company’s positive reputation through production. The role includes assisting with plan layout and site stakeout, transferring reference points and alignments from design drawings to the site, and laying out construction work such as sidewalks, slabs, walls, storm and sanitary sewer, watermain, parking lots, curbs, and building pads. You will also set up GPS units using control points and blueprints. The Surveyor works independently and safely alongside a Foreman or Project Manager to address field problems, may lead and manage a crew, and supports field teams through physical labor and equipment operation. Travel to surrounding job sites may be required; per diem is provided for travel and overnight stays when applicable. Work takes place in varying environments, including high or low temperatures, areas near traffic, loud or frequently noisy areas, confined spaces, heights, and indoor or outdoor settings. The recruitment process includes a phone screen, an in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test. Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in the construction industry.
Experience with elevations.
Knowledge of Trimble GPS systems.
Ability to travel to surrounding job sites as needed.
Ability to work independently and safely in conjunction with a Foreman or Project Manager.

Responsibilities

Assist the Foreman with plan layout and site stakeout as needed.
Transfer reference points and alignments from design drawings to the site to enable construction.
Read blueprints and lay out jobs, primarily sidewalks, slabs, and walls, including setting forms.
Lay out storm sewer, sanitary sewer, watermain, parking lots, curbs, and building pads.
Set up GPS units using control points and blueprints.
Work independently and safely with a Foreman or Project Manager to solve field problems as needed.
Lead and manage a crew to produce quality results.
Support field teams through physical labor and equipment operation.
Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.