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Field Engineer (Layout) / Layout Survey Engineer

Field Engineer (Layout) / Layout Survey Engineer

McGoughWichita Falls, TX, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

Field Engineer (Layout) / Layout Survey Engineer

We are seeking a Field Engineer (Survey) / Survey Engineer with extensive knowledge in survey computations, various types of surveys, and field operations. The ideal candidate will be proficient in field note reduction, plan interpretation, and preparation. This role requires strong technical capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of field procedures - with an emphasis on plan reading, documentation, and quality control. The Field Engineer (Survey) / Survey Engineer should be well-versed in the principles of the profession and familiar with various technical standards.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Work on projects from initial to final stages.
  • Expertise in construction staking, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and GPS technology.
  • Ensure field team compliance with project plans, specifications, and requirements.

Qualifications : Required :

  • 3+ years of related surveying experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities
  • Strong background in AutoCAD, or similar drafting program
  • Strong background in plan reading, RFI generation, shop drawing review, cubic yard calculations
  • Ability to read / speak English
  • Preferred :

  • 5+ years of related surveying experience
  • Estimating and field experience
  • Scheduling experience
  • Skills :

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Thorough and detail-oriented
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
  • Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
  • Strong computer skills, including Excel
  • Experience with operating and adjusting field equipment such as rods, compasses, transits, levels, tribrachs, theodolites, total stations, robotic total stations, data collectors, tripods, and GPS equipment
  • Knowledge of the care, cleaning, and use of surveying tools and equipment, including field radios
  • Extensive knowledge of proper field procedures
  • Proficiency in trigonometry, geometry, and algebra for traverse, inverse, and intersection computations
  • Ability to perform horizontal and vertical traverse adjustments, area and quantity computations, and horizontal and vertical curve computations
  • Understanding of various surveying field operation methods
  • Ability to read and prepare plans (e.g., site plans, boundary plans, highway plans, profiles and cross sections, horizontal and vertical curves, pipeline plans, foundation plans, and developing existing and finished contours)
  • Basic first aid knowledge and treatment practices for medical emergencies
  • General knowledge of traffic control and safety procedures for surveying and construction operations, including OSHA standards
  • Proficiency in record keeping, time keeping, and job charges
  • Knowledge of principles and methods for various types of surveys, including :
  • Photo control surveys
  • State plane coordinate surveys
  • Public land surveys
  • Metes and bounds surveys
  • GPS surveys
  • Construction surveys
  • Office and Travel :

    Office : Various jobsites and / or corporate / regional office.

    Travel : In addition to regional meetings, overnight travel may be involved.

    Responsibilities and Tasks :

    Survey Computations (30% of time)

  • Actively participate in field survey work, including operating survey instruments, acting as chain / tape operator, rod operator, and performing all other field survey tasks.
  • Calculate and verify field data computations, preparing notes and sketches of all survey work.
  • Possess extensive knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, and algebra related to traverse, inverse, and intersection computations.
  • Perform horizontal and vertical traverse adjustments, area and quantity computations, and horizontal and vertical curve computations.
  • Understand control points (horizontal & vertical), including when to use them, how to obtain them, and how to interpret control point records and data sheets, as well as locate points in the field.
  • Field Operations (25% of time)

  • Investigate and resolve routine technical and operational field problems.
  • Review plans, plats, and legal descriptions, organizing field survey work tasks.
  • Create policies and procedures for various technical standards, utilizing principles from groups such as NGS, NSPS, ACSM, TXDOT Survey, and ASCE.
  • Develop and update surveying field operation methods, including traversing, triangulation, trilateration, repeating observations, precision measurements using steel tapes and theodolites, and construction layout methods and procedures.
  • Understand procedures for GPS surveys.
  • Create, reduce, and check orderly field notes for standard surveying operations, such as leveling, traversing, topographic mapping, construction layout, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, profile and cross-section surveys. Maintain organized and thorough notes about field tasks being performed.
  • Develop processes and procedures for plan reading and preparation activities, including site plans, boundary plans, highway plans, profiles and cross sections, horizontal and vertical curves, pipeline plans, foundation plans, and developing existing and finished contours.
  • Office Operations (20% of time)

  • Maintain clean and organized survey vehicles and ensure the proper operation of all survey tools with assigned team members.
  • Upload and download field data (job files, pictures, and field notes) and organize them appropriately
  • Use hand calculations or computer software to enter field data and produce positional information (e.g., leveling, traversing, as-built surveys, topographic mapping).
  • Have a basic knowledge and familiarity with general applications of computer-aided drafting (CAD).
  • Track time and utilize it effectively.
  • Supervisory Skills (25% of time)

  • Supervise, coordinate, direct, and participate in the activities of the assigned area.
  • Communicate with client contacts, deal with the public and governmental agencies, manage field crews, tasks, equipment, and supplies.
  • Ensure company policies related to field and office operations, office workflow procedures, and field and office problem-solving techniques are followed by the team.
  • Coordinate and supervise fieldwork, staking, and stake marking for various standard types of surveys.
  • Direct and be responsible for the training of Survey Technicians.
  • Other Duties as assigned (5% of time)

  • Participate as an active member of the McGough Civil Team. Contribute to shared goals and collaborate with colleagues on achievement of priorities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and other stakeholders to align McGough Civil Team efforts. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Physical Requirements :

    The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

    Office Environment :

  • Position involves sitting for extended periods while working at a computer terminal.
  • Effective communication in a typical office environment with standard noise levels is required.
  • Occasional standing, bending, walking, and lifting are also necessary.
  • Field Environment :

  • Visits to construction job sites may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.
  • The employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites, including climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, and walking long distances.
  • Surveying tasks require various motions, including standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
  • Frequent lifting and carrying of objects up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying of objects between 25-50 pounds are required.
  • Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, and potentially isolated, remote areas depending on the survey site.
  • Work Schedule :

  • Work is subject to varying post or job site assignments and may include call-back or on-call status.
  • Irregular schedules, including weekend work and extended periods out of town, may be necessary to complete work assignments.
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