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Kiewit

Survey Crew Chief - Heavy Civil Construction

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Kiewit

One of North America’s largest construction and engineering firms delivering complex infrastructure and industrial projects.

Lead field survey crews on heavy civil construction projects across the US.
9 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Wichita, KS
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

Description

safety compliance
data validation
field survey
equipment operation
team coordination
cad layouts
  • Maintain Safety & Compliance: Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Ensure Data Integrity: Review and validate field data for accuracy and completeness before submission to project teams. Maintain accurate field notes and documentation
  • Implement Project Survey plants, according to instruction. Lead Field Survey Operations: Manage daily activities of survey crews conducting boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction staking surveys.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Operate Advanced Equipment: Use GPS, robotic total stations, 3D laser scanners, and data collectors to acquire high-precision measurements. Ability to use CAD proficiently for layouts, (AutoCAD, Civil3D or Microstation) to convert drawings into Trimble Business Center
  • Coordinate with Project Teams: Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables and help define how work plans will be executed in the field.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Requirements

autocad
gis
trimble
lsit
3+ years
construction staking
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Experience with CAD software( AutoCAD, or Civil 3D or Microstation ) and GIS platforms preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally
  • Accustomed to Outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; Strong communication skills, and strong work ethic. Committed to safety and getting the work done right the first time.
  • Strong understanding of construction staking, boundary analysis, and control networks, passion for the details, experience working with tight tolerances. Must have experience running instruments and willing to train others on the equipment.
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business preferred, or other similar systems (Leica, or Topcon systems).
  • Must be willing to work 50-60 hours per week, along with weekends. (We do pay overtime)
  • Interpret Plans & Legal Documents: Read and apply engineering drawings, plats, deeds, and construction documents to guide fieldwork. Able to work within tight tolerances vertically and horizontally. Set and maintain control network.
  • 3+ years of field construction survey experience, peforming dimentional control, industrial measurements, preference of leading others conducting field surveys. Prefer experience with heavy civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, tunneling
  • LSIT or PLS certification is a plus and if not, willing to get those certifications with Kiewit support

Benefits

  • Willing to travel as necessary to projects. We provide per diem and trips home, when long durations.

Training + Development

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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.

Culture + Values

  • 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.

Environment + Sustainability

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

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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