Self Perform Surveyor — Colorado Front Range / Mountain Region Full-Time | Exempt
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Shaw Construction is hiring a Self Perform Surveyor to support our Self Perform Concrete and Framing operations across the Colorado Front Range / Mountain Region. This role covers layout, staking, and formwork verification, along with quality control and quantity take-off support from early estimating through construction close-out — a great fit for someone who wants variety across office and field work on large, complex commercial projects.
What You'll Do:
- Perform concrete layout, staking, and formwork verification, plus general project layout and QC compliance checks
- Calculate points and load Trimble stations; set control using AutoCAD; coordinate embed, hold-down, and penetration layout
- Support estimating with quantity take-offs, constructability reviews, and scope coordination
- Coordinate Concrete Lift Drawings and formwork design planning with key trades (Geotech, civil, steel, framing, masonry)
- Perform routine field inspections during construction to support the QA/QC program
- Utilize robotic total stations, optical/digital levels, GPS equipment, and data collectors
- Document and address quality issues promptly, and communicate across the project team — PMs, PEs, subcontractors, and inspectors
- Train and mentor Shaw team members and concrete/framing crew as needed
- Collaborate with Shaw's BIM and Framing Panel Design departments as needed
What We're Looking For:
- Associate degree in surveying (minimum); Bachelor's in land surveying or civil engineering preferred
- 5+ years of surveying experience
- Solid working knowledge of concrete systems, formwork, and shoring
- Comfortable with AutoCAD, Trimble Access/Business Center; Civil 3D or MicroStation a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, Bluebeam, Navisworks, or BIM360 a plus
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (required)
- State Licensure (FS/PS) a plus
- GPS experience a plus
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- OSHA 10 required (OSHA 30 a bonus)
- Physical ability to climb stairs/ladders, work on active construction sites, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Pay: $80,000 – $110,000/year, depending on experience and licensure
