Survey Party Chiefs and Survey Managers - Central US Locations

Kiewit • St. Louis, SD

5d • $90,000 - $135,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kiewit is a General Contractor executing self-performed projects across the US. They are seeking skilled Survey Crew Chiefs and Survey Managers to lead field survey operations for heavy civil infrastructure (highway/bridge) and power/Water/Wastewater projects. These roles are crucial for establishing and maintaining safe, accurate, and efficient survey and control on projects ranging from $50M to $1Billion. The positions require strong technical expertise in construction surveying, attention to tolerance and quality, team leadership, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with engineering and construction teams for precision and efficiency. Kiewit is an employee-owned company with a diverse portfolio of EPC projects, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork. They offer stability, top-tier health benefits, generous time off, flexible work options, a 401K plan with matching, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

• 7+ years of field construction survey experience, and leadership of Survey Crews, performing dimensional control, industrial measurements, conducting field surveys.
• Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business Center is required.
• Proficiency with Survey equipment, such as GPS, total stations, and LiDAR, and data collection tools (drones).
• Must be able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry to perform calculations (area, volume, circumference, proportion, percentage).
• For candidates interested in Survey Manager role - must have prior experience as a Survey Manager in Construction Survey and have advanced Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, or Civil 3D or Microstation ) and GIS platforms is required.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Dynamic thinker with the desire to lead, motivate, mentor and manage performance of your teams.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to set standards of excellence in safety, quality and productivity.
• Excellent written/verbal skills; Strong self-awareness, Able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, and solve problems effectively.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.
• Accustomed to Outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions.
• Willing to travel as necessary to projects.
• Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; Strong work ethic, and Committed to safety and getting the work done right the first time.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree is preferred.
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) Certification is an asset. (We assist with certification if you do not have it).
• Prefer experience with heavy civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, tunneling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all surveying operations for the construction of assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to project specifications.
• Develop and implement surveying plans, methodologies, and best practices to optimize field data collection and layout.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop survey plans and schedules.
• Lead a team of surveyors and field personnel, providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
• Utilize advanced surveying technology, including GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and drones, to capture and analyze data.
• Conduct quality control checks to verify survey accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Manage survey data processing, ensuring integration with project management and BIM software.
• Prepare and maintain detailed survey reports, logs, and documentation for project records.
• Ensure all survey activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all surveying activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve survey-related challenges on-site, adapting to changing project conditions.
• Utilize Trimble Business Center and CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or Microstation) for calculations, keying in elevations from plans, and drawings.
• Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree