Senior Survey Manager

J.F. White Contracting•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

The Senior Survey Manager conducts hydrographic surveys in support of dredging and fill operations and performs field and office survey work. The role installs, maintains, and operates survey instrumentation on barges and vessels; gathers and processes positioning and motion data; and maintains records, field notes, and drawings for as-built documentation. The position also supports companywide CAD production using Civil 3D and AutoCAD. Duties include creating and refining Civil 3D tools, producing plan sheets, developing corridor models and utility networks, and coordinating software updates with the IT Department. The role requires construction surveying experience, knowledge of survey standards and CAD tools, and the ability to work effectively with the Marine Team and others.

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of heavy construction experience, including relevant construction surveying experience.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English or Spanish due to the nature of the job.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Experience with 3D modeling and exporting for machine control and survey stakeout.
  • Functional knowledge of survey industry standards and CAD products or TBC.
  • Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct hydrographic surveys in support of dredging and fill.
  • Install and maintain the accuracy of instrumentation on barges and/or vessels.
  • Participate in pre-survey planning meetings with the Marine Team.
  • Set up, adjust, and operate survey equipment to measure distances, elevations, and angles.
  • Coordinate maintenance and repairs of survey equipment.
  • Gather survey data using positioning and motion components.
  • Collect and process data using Real-Time Kinematic GPS receivers and electronic tide gauges.
  • Maintain a log of daily activities for as-built documentation.
  • Prepare field notes and drawings.
  • Coordinate with the IT Department to deploy ongoing software updates for AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Develop Civil 3D tools and refinements to facilitate companywide CAD production.
  • Plan sheet production using Civil 3D and AutoCAD for projects companywide.
  • Use Civil 3D to develop complete corridor models and utility networks.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
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