Field Engineer-Survey

The Geomatics Field Engineer is responsible for executing all field survey activities on assigned projects, including establishing project control, topographic data collection, construction layout, as-built documentation, equipment calibration, machine control support, GIS, utility locating, and drone flight operations. The role integrates with operational management to enhance cost and schedule, ensure quality, and collaborate with the design team. The engineer reports to a Geomatics Manager for operational support and career development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all safety best practices and McCarthy’s Safety Guidelines
• Adhere to all QA/QC processes and procedures to ensure the accuracy and quality of all deliverables and services provided.
• Utilize GNSS Equipment and survey best practices to provide Data Collection, Layout, As-Built and Machine Control Calibration support for all assigned projects
• Perform site calibration and maintain project control network
• Work with Pile Operators and Supervisors to provide technical support and ensure proper calibration of all pile driving equipment
• Coordinate with Operations and Design teams to ensure adherence to design intent
• Provide Survey Data collection to support the design team with critical site topographic and planimetric survey data using traditional and aerial survey means
• Document Existing and As-Built site conditions to support grading optimization and development of Pile Design.
• Pilot unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) equipped with LiDAR, photogrammetry, IR, and multispectral sensors in support of project deliverables
• Utilize utility locate equipment to mark out underground utilities and support the utility avoidance program
• Maintain Civil base files and ensure site layout and machine control files align with design documents
• Maintain Electrical AsBuilt CAD files and mark out utilities in response to Dig Tickets per our Critical Work Environment policy.
• Support the GIS program with quality survey data and as an onsite subject matter expert
• Participation in regularly scheduled Project and Design team meetings throughout the project lifecycle to support design development and construction operations
• Support the overall site-specific quality program with accurately surveyed data
• Work with Geospatial management and leadership staff to continuously improve project workflows and field procedures
• Participation in technical training and development opportunities

Requirements

• 2+ Years of Geodetic Survey experience utilizing GNSS equipment.
• Experienced remote pilot in possession of FAA part 107 Certificate
• Strong ability to Communicate and Integrate with Project Teams
• Developmentally minded and focused on continuous improvement
• Knowledgeable in aspects of Design and Construction

Nice to have

• Experienced in Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center (Preferred)