Field Surveyor/Construction Technology Manager

Construction Technology Manager / Field Surveyor

Job Summary
This field-focused leadership role oversees construction technology, surveying/layout control, and model-to-field data workflows. The position partners closely with project teams and field crews to standardize tools, improve accuracy, and reduce downtime through training, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Core Functions

• Perform field surveying and layout using robotic total stations; establish and maintain control points
• Deploy and support construction technology platforms, machine control systems, and digital workflows
• Train field personnel and verify the accuracy and quality of measurements and deliverables

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the field construction technology program, including setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, standardization, and continuous improvement
• Establish, verify, and maintain surveying/layout control, including benchmarks and control points; ensure jobsite control integrity
• Manage machine control systems and field technology platforms to maintain crew productivity
• Develop and maintain project data, including control networks, surfaces, and linework; prepare and distribute field-ready data
• Convert design and model data into field-ready formats; review outputs for constructability and coordinate with project teams to resolve discrepancies
• Maintain file and data management standards, including naming conventions, version control, validation, distribution, archiving, and closeout documentation
• Provide training and ongoing support to field crews, supervisors, and project staff on best practices and efficient workflows

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction layout/surveying, machine control, or construction technology (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency in construction data processing software and preparing field deliverables
• Strong knowledge of field control practices using robotic total stations, including horizontal and vertical accuracy verification
• Experience with structured file and data management systems (naming, version control, validation, archiving)
• Working knowledge of model-to-field workflows
• Ability to train and support field teams
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites; primarily field-based role

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience with construction layout and machine control platforms
• Familiarity with as-built documentation and project closeout processes, including coordination with design or modeling teams

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based with on-site support responsibilities
• Frequent travel to job sites, including early starts and occasional extended hours
• Outdoor construction environment with regular walking and equipment handling

Success Metrics

• Reduction in technology-related downtime and faster issue resolution
• Consistent project setup and standardized data delivery across projects
• Increased adoption of tools and workflows by field teams with minimal support
• Accurate as-built documentation and complete project closeout deliverables