Field Surveyor
Location: Virginia or Maryland
Position Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: Starting at $30.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience and technical background
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Field Surveyor to support structural steel projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role is primarily field-based and involves collecting precise survey data, ensuring proper alignment, and supporting steel installation activities. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to job sites and working in active construction environments.
### Primary Responsibilities
Utilize surveying equipment to collect accurate field data for construction use
Establish building control lines, column placement, and anchor rod locations
Verify elevations, alignment of embeds, and produce as-built drawings
Support steel erection by ensuring proper alignment and placement
Coordinate with other trades to maintain plumbness and structural accuracy
Assist with installation of structural and miscellaneous steel (stairs, shafts, etc.)
Use tools and software such as Trimble, Bluebeam, CAD, and Microsoft Office
Promote and follow strong safety practices on all job sites
### Qualifications
3+ years of experience in structural steel erection or field surveying
Experience surveying slopes, grades, and layout for structural/misc. metals
Proficiency with total station or similar surveying equipment
Understanding of AISC standards for building alignment and orientation
Ability to travel regularly to job sites across the region
Comfortable working at heights (aerial lifts, elevated steel floors)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Good communication skills and ability to work with teams onsite
### Benefits & Perks
Company vehicle and gas card for travel
Opportunity to work on diverse field projects across the Mid-Atlantic
Ongoing training and support
Additional Information
This is a primarily field-based position.
