Layout Engineer

NS Giles – Excellence in Concrete ConstructionN.S. Giles is a dedicated team of concrete construction professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We deeply value the opportunity to provide the highest quality workmanship, backed by innovation and integrity.

We uphold the highest standards in job site safety and employee education, ensuring our people and expertise stand apart in the industry. Our comprehensive in-house equipment and specialized services distinguish us from competitors.

Our core markets include a diverse range of commercial developments, such as:

Community-based education facilities

Mixed-use and multi-family projects

Healthcare infrastructure

Civil works, including parking garages, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, and concrete paving

At N.S. Giles, we pride ourselves on offering dynamic career opportunities and mentorship for our employees. Our core values emphasize fostering a strong sense of family, promoting mutual respect, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We are dedicated to encouraging leadership, ongoing training, and continuous education at all levels. Our mission is to consistently recruit, develop, and retain top talent in the industry.

Position Summary This role is a balance of both in-field site work and more importantly, designated office time for document verification and update procedures. Key responsibilities will include conducting line and grade work for specific jobsite layout and site control, maintaining and verifying accurate contract and electronic documentation, all while upholding work accuracy to ensure compliance with project tolerances. The role also involves reviewing various contract drawings to confirm proper coordination and installation practices.

Additionally, you will prepare and complete project-specific as-built documentation and provide hands-on support for other assigned tasks as needed.

Essential Functions Partners with Project Management and site Supervisors to confirm that proper procedures and policies are in place and are being executed to company's expectations.

Perform and Record survey measurements utilizing specified survey equipment and proper documentation techniques.

Assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct the project in accordance with the contract documents to assure that the work meets all tolerances, safety standards, and is within schedule requirements, all while being constructed to the highest level of quality possible.

Create CAD files from contract documents to perform line and grade work for foundation layout and site control as required.

Assist in the maintenance of contract documents and electronic CAD-based documents for field operations.

Verify work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate and within accepted tolerances.

Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation procedures are followed.

Perform and complete, job specific, project as-builts.

May perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Responsibilities Must possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments in a fashion to keep up in a fast-paced work environment.

Take initiative on clear communication between General Contractor, Site Supervisor, and corresponding survey teams on a given project.

Notify the Safety Director of any specific safety requirements for new projects, supporting our key culture for safety.

Take on other tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support project and company objectives as needed.

Ensures NS Giles standards of safety and quality are adhered to by assertively championing NS Giles safety culture to project team.

Represent NS Giles in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

Degree in construction related field, and a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Field Engineer/Construction Layout, or equivalent role in the construction industry. Candidates must have a solid understanding of the construction industry and job site safety requirements. This position requires a high level of fluency in reading plans, specifications, and related project documents.…