Surveyor

Beaumont, TX
Full Time
Mid Level

Construction Surveyor

Location: Beaumont, TX
Company: Southland Holdings, LLC

Position Summary

Southland Holdings is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Surveyor to support heavy civil construction projects. The Construction Surveyor will be responsible for establishing and maintaining project survey control, performing construction layout and staking, verifying grades and elevations, and providing accurate survey data to support field operations. This role is critical to ensuring construction activities are completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical survey control throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Perform construction layout, staking, and field surveying activities for various project elements.

  • Verify lines, grades, elevations, and dimensions to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.

  • Provide grade control support for construction operations, with a strong emphasis on bridge deck grade verification and quality control.

  • Conduct field measurements, topographic surveys, and quantity calculations to support project progress and reporting.

  • Prepare, maintain, and update survey records, field notes, reports, and as-built documentation.

  • Process survey data and generate accurate deliverables for project teams.

  • Coordinate closely with project managers, superintendents, engineers, and field personnel to support project execution and scheduling.

  • Operate and maintain GPS equipment, robotic total stations, digital levels, and other surveying instruments.

  • Troubleshoot survey equipment and ensure proper calibration and functionality.

  • Assist with project documentation and quality control activities related to surveying operations.

  • Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all company and project safety requirements.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or certification in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.

  • Minimum of 2+ years of construction surveying experience, preferably in heavy civil, bridge, highway, or infrastructure projects.

  • Experience performing construction layout and grade verification.

  • Proficiency with GPS systems, robotic total stations, levels, and survey data collection software.

  • Working knowledge of construction plans, specifications, and survey calculations.

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and project documents.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting bridge construction projects.

  • Knowledge of machine control systems and survey modeling software.

  • Familiarity with Trimble, Leica, or Topcon survey equipment and software.

  • Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification or professional surveying credentials preferred.

Benefits

Southland Holdings offers a competitive compensation package including:

  • Competitive Pay

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off and Holidays

  • Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

  • Opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and heavy civil construction projects

Southland Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce committed to building critical infrastructure safely and efficiently.

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