Survey Manager - Colorado Region
Kiewit
Lead field survey operations for heavy civil infrastructure projects across the US.
14 days ago ago
$118,000 - $160,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Englewood, CO
Field
Company Size
31,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Mine Management
Production
Infrastructure Construction
Maintenance
Contract Mining
Power Industry
Gas-fired Generation
Power Delivery
Role
What you would be doing
survey planning
data collection
report preparation
quality control
bim integration
team leadership
- Develop and implement surveying plans, methodologies, and best practices to optimize field data collection and layout. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop survey plans and schedules.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Prepare and maintain detailed survey reports, logs, and documentation for project records.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- Troubleshoot and resolve survey-related challenges on-site, adapting to changing project conditions.
- Ensure all survey activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and standards.
- Lead a team of surveyors and field personnel, providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
- Conduct quality control checks to verify survey accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Manage survey data processing, ensuring integration with project management and BIM software.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
- Oversee all surveying operations for the construction of assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to project specifications.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all surveying activities.
- Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables.
What you bring
trimble
autocad
gis
pls
10+ years
leadership
- Skilled with Trimble Business Center and with CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or Microstation) with the ability to use CAD to do calculations, key in elevations from a plan and drawings.
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Skilled in the utilization of advanced surveying technology, including GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and drones, to capture and analyze data.
- Bachelors Degree is preferred. Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) Certification is an asset. (We assist with certification if you do not have it).
- Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business Center is required.
- Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; Strong work ethic, and Committed to safety and getting the work done right the first time.
- Excellent written/verbal skills; Strong self-awareness, Able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, and solve problems effectively.
- Must be able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry to perform calculations (area, wolume, circumference, proportion, percentage)
- Advanced Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, or Civil 3D or Microstation ) and GIS platforms is required. Proficient with MS Office Suite.
- Proficiency with Survey equipment, such as GPS, total stations, and LiDAR, and data collection tools (drones).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Dynamic thinker with the desire to lead, motivate, mentor and manage performance of your teams. Must be a self-starter with the ability to set standards of excellence in safety, quality and productivity
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- 10+ years of field construction survey experience, and leadership of Survey Crews, peforming dimentional control, industrial measurements, conducting field surveys. Prefer experience with heavy civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, tunneling.
- Accustomed to Outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions
- Willing to travel as necessary to projects. We provide per diem and trips home, when long durations.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1884
Year Established
The company began operations in 1884.
1920s and ’30s
Growth Period
The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.
$17B in 2023
Revenue
The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.
- It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
- Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
- Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
- Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
- With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.
- Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
- Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
- Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
- Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
- Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.
2050 Target
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.
100% Renewables
Clean Energy Transition
Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.
- Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
- Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
- Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.
15%
Women in Workforce
Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.
- Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
- Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
- Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.
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