SPO Surveyor (Austin)

Turner Construction•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The SPO Surveyor coordinates and supervises surveying tasks, resources, and crew assignments throughout the project lifecycle. The role establishes and lays out building controls and work points based on project documents, identifies drawing discrepancies, and coordinates surveying work with other trades. It also conducts as-built surveys and prepares electronic data for submission to the owner. The position oversees surveying equipment readiness, calibration tracking, maintenance, security, and supplies. It develops project billings based on established rates and work performed, and completes required timekeeping, production, daily reporting, and safety documentation. The Surveyor supports site safety and quality programs, ensures compliance with applicable standards and requirements, and supervises and develops trade employees while maintaining effective working relationships with project stakeholders. Travel and night or weekend work may be required as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 3 years of surveying experience.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
OSHA 30-hour certification.
Expert knowledge and use of surveying equipment.
Proficiency in CAD or another surveying-based program for calculating coordinates.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
Leadership, supervisory, and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively in emergency situations.
Proficiency using a smartphone or iPad for communication and other job-related systems and applications.
Ability to comprehend safety instructions and signage and understand written safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including climbing stairs and ladders, navigating construction work areas, regularly lifting or moving up to 15 pounds, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise surveying tasks throughout the project duration.
Identify drawing discrepancies within building layout.
Establish baseline-building controls and work points; calculate, coordinate, and lay out points accurately based on project documents.
Coordinate work between trades using discipline contract drawings, shop drawings, and submittals.
Conduct as-built surveys and prepare electronic data for submission to the owner.
Engage, interact, and coordinate work with other trades.
Inspect surveying equipment daily and track equipment calibrations.
Maintain and clean surveying equipment so it is ready for the next day's work.
Inventory and order surveying supplies.
Ensure surveying equipment is secure while conducting surveying operations.
Develop and submit project billings based on established service rates and services performed.
Develop work schedules and crew assignments.
Assist with site safety and quality programs and ensure trade employee and subcontractor compliance with Turner standards, applicable safety codes and regulations, and jobsite security requirements.
Complete timesheets, production tracking and management, extra-work tickets, daily construction reports, and required safety paperwork daily as directed.
Demonstrate leadership, promote teamwork, and maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers, and coworkers.
Supervise employees, address complaints, resolve problems, develop trade employees, provide timely feedback, and contribute to or complete performance appraisals.
Travel and accommodate night and weekend work as needed.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.