Senior Field Staff Manager
About The Position
HBK Engineering is seeking two (2) experienced Senior Field Staff Managers, to lead surveying operations on fast-paced, design-build datacenter projects. This role is ideal for a high-performing survey professional who excels in field leadership, construction calculations, and quality-driven execution. As a Senior Field Staff Manager, you will oversee multiple survey crews and CAD technicians, ensuring precise layout, as-built documentation, and seamless coordination with construction and engineering teams. You will be the on-site authority for survey control, field verification, and digital workflows that support complex civil construction. Work Location Arizona or TX - remote with travel
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of Survey supervising experience is required.
- Strong proficiency in Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
- Deep experience with construction staking, layout, and as-built surveys for heavy civil projects
- Demonstrated ability to perform and verify construction calculations, coordinate geometry, and plan interpretation
- Proven leadership experience managing multiple survey crews and CAD support staff
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, design-build environment with frequent changes
- Strong organizational skills and a commitment to quality and accuracy
Nice To Haves
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or ability to pursue licensure
- Experience supporting datacenter construction
- Familiarity with high-precision layout, machine control workflows, or advanced survey technologies
Responsibilities
- Manage all land surveying activities for heavy civil construction on active datacenter projects
- Lead, schedule, and mentor multiple field survey crews and construction CAD technicians
- Perform and oversee construction layout, staking, and as-built documentation with a high degree of precision
- Execute and review construction calculations, coordinate geometry, and cross-check plans for accuracy and constructability
- Interpret civil, structural, and utility plans and communicate requirements clearly to field teams
- Maintain survey control networks, verify field conditions, and ensure alignment with design intent
- Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors in a fast-moving design-build environment
- Ensure that quality control processes for survey deliverables and field data are being adhered to.
- Utilize Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, and Microsoft tools to manage data, calculations, and reporting
- Adapt quickly to design changes, field adjustments, and evolving project requirements
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- employer paid life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- paid time off
- holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- company paid professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
