What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surveyor - Field position at The Middlesex Corporation?
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.
Position Summary:
The Surveyor is responsible for all field layout and as-builts on assigned projects. Work conditions include walking long distances while carrying up to 40 pounds of equipment and working in all weather conditions for 8-10 hours a day.
Responsibilities:
- Operate all types of survey equipment including GPS and SCS900 software, Total Station, and Level.
- Perform site setup activities; i.e. site calibration, level runs, control checks.
- Perform all layout calculations in data collector; i.e. Station/Offset, Distances, Grading.
- Keep detailed field notes.
- Work independently when performing field layout.
- Transfer files between field and office.
- Work directly with the Project Managers and Superintendents regarding initial project layout requirements, means and methods of establishing project survey control, and field reporting.
- Utilize Trimble survey equipment and software including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, and manage Machine Control equipment
- Software used includes SCS900, Trimble Access, and Trimble Business Center.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, construction related college degree preferred.
- 7- 10 years of construction related experience required
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of survey grade GPS and SCS900 software as well as other survey equipment.
- Basic CAD skills; i.e. Business Center, Carlson, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Open Roads.
Necessary Attributes:
- Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
- Team player and with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interface with field management teams.
- Self-starter with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Dedicated and hard working.
- Strong negotiating skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.
