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General Summary This position is accountable for the overall surveying procedures for an assigned region or large project in accordance with job specifications and in alignment with Granite policies.
Essential Job Accountabilities Manage and coordinate surveying procedures and processes for an assigned location including survey employees and survey subcontractors to ensure projects are surveyed correctly and meet or exceed project requirements.
Establish quality control check on contract drawings to ensure accuracy of information; maintain survey notes in accordance with Granite’s policies.
Schedule and order survey materials and equipment to ensure project timelines are met.
Develop survey processes as needed to record and/or calculate quantities required for monthly contract payment applications and Forecasts to ensure profitable completion of project.
Manage preparation of as-built drawings to record locations and elevations of constructed work.
Provide technical assistance and leadership to machine control operations and grade checking personnel.
Prepare, verify and provide 3-D computer models for quantity, survey and machine control applications; GPS modeling and field GPS equipment efficiency/set-up.
Provide development training to field crews / personnel in survey and machine control technology and techniques; recommend software and equipment needs as necessary.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Education BS degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or Geomatics, or equivalent work experience in heavy civil construction.
Land Surveyor License preferred.
Work Experience Minimum 10 years experience
Minimum of 5 years experience as a Survey Chief
Knowledge, skills, and abilities Extensive knowledge of surveying and heavy civil construction. Familiarity with Propeller, Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, Drone Survey and GPS software programs Demonstrated strong project management skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills. Extensive knowledge of Design/Build protocol and development.
Physical Demand The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.
Additional Requirements/Skills Ability to comply with Granite’s Code of Conduct.
Ability to foster teamwork.
Our Benefits at a Glance paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
special programs for musculoskeletal health
mental wellness
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Base Salary Range Base Salary Range: $100,791.00 - $151,188.00 Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated Granite Construction Incorporated Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers.
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Since 1922, Granite Construction has continued its long-standing commitment to building some of America’s largest infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power.
Recognized as one of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite specializes in complex infrastructure projects and provides award-winning construction services in mining, earthwork, water/sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway, and bridge construction. Granite also produces construction materials, gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt products, and asphalt concrete, and is a proven leader in alternative procurement project delivery.
At Granite, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, and Sustainability and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.