Construction Observer​/Surveyor

Job Description

Take Your Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! In 2025, we acquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal:
Creating a brighter future for your community.

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is seeking a motivated, detail‑oriented Field Surveyor / Construction Inspector to support our growing Power & Construction Services team. This hybrid position blends field surveying, office‑based drafting and data processing, project scheduling, and construction inspection support. The ideal candidate is versatile, eager to learn, and comfortable working both outdoors and in a technical office environment.

As part of a multidisciplinary professional services team, you will support land surveying, civil engineering, construction management, and project delivery efforts across a wide range of public and private sector projects. Kleinfelder offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that encourages professional growth, continuing education, and community involvement.

Field Surveying

• Perform boundary, topographic, right‑of‑way, transportation, and construction layout surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment including Total Stations, GNSS/GPS, data collectors, and digital levels.
• Collect accurate field data and maintain detailed field notes.
• Assist or lead survey crews depending on experience level.

Office Survey & Drafting

• Process field data (field‑to‑finish) and generate base mapping using AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Draft existing conditions plans, boundary plats, easement exhibits, and construction layout drawings.
• Plot deeds, right‑of‑way plans, and survey control documentation.
• Maintain digital project files and ensure drawing accuracy and compliance with company standards.

Scheduling & Project Coordination

• Assist with project scheduling, task tracking, and resource coordination for survey and inspection assignments.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to support project delivery.
• Prepare documentation for agency/municipal submissions and permitting packages.

Construction Inspection Support

• Perform field inspections under the direction of senior inspectors or engineers.
• Document construction activities, verify compliance with plans and specifications, and prepare daily reports.
• Assist with materials testing coordination and contractor communication as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of experience in land surveying, construction inspection, or related civil engineering fieldwork.
• Working knowledge of survey equipment such as Total Stations, GNSS/GPS, and data collectors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and be coached.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions.

Preferred

• Associate degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field (ABET‑accredited preferred).
• Experience with Trimble or Leica survey systems.
• Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level I–III or completion of the FS exam.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D drafting workflows.
• Experience with construction inspection, materials testing, or DOT/municipal projects.
• Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as applied to surveying.
• Experience preparing survey plats, legal descriptions, or construction staking calculations.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

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