Project Surveyor

The Project Surveyor will lead field layout, data collection, and machine control support for highway heavy construction projects at Ames Construction. In this role, you will act as a key technical link between design and execution, managing everything from earthwork quantity takeoffstodrone-based survey workflows. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of field experience, a deep proficiency in Trimble technology, and a commitment to maintaining rigorous safety and QA/QC standards while collaborating with project engineers and owners.
** Core Duties and Responsibilities
** Perform other duties as appropriately assigned.
** Qualifications
* * Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Surveying, or Construction Management, or equivalent field experience.
3 or more years’ experience in heavy highway construction.

RPLS, CST III/IV license, or equivalent field experience is preferred.

FAA part 107 license and familiarity with drone survey workflows or the ability to obtain a license and quickly learn. Basic familiarity with office survey workflows – Trimble business center or Civil 3D Must have strong knowledge and experience of the fundamentals of surveying, as well as familiarity with Trimble’s suite of civil construction field equipment and software.
skills Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills. Time Management, organization, and prioritization skills are crucial. Work is additionally done in an office environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction. Ames’ non-craft benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, generous retirement benefits, and company holidays and paid time off. Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information.
Base salary range is $80,000-$100,000 a year, which varies depending on many factors, including relevant experience, skills, and knowledge.
* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
** Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required
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