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Structural Steel Field Surveyor
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- Mid level
- Contract-to-hire
- On-site · Maryland or Virginia (Field-Based)
- 3+ yrs exp
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About this role
Structural Steel Field Surveyor
Location: Maryland or Virginia | Regional Job-Site Travel
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $30.00/hour, higher depending on experience
Position Overview
We are looking for a Field Surveyor to support structural and miscellaneous steel projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This position focuses on construction layout, field measurements, elevation checks, and steel alignment. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to active job sites and working at heights.
Key Responsibilities
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Collect accurate construction measurements using surveying equipment.
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Establish building control lines, column locations, and anchor rod positions.
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Check elevations, embed alignment, and structural dimensions; prepare as-built drawings.
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Verify steel alignment and placement during erection.
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Coordinate with other trades to maintain proper plumbness and structural accuracy.
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Assist with installing structural and miscellaneous steel, including stairs and shafts.
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Use Trimble, Bluebeam, CAD, and Microsoft Office for field layout, documentation, and coordination.
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Follow job-site safety procedures and requirements.
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Attend occasional office or shop meetings and training sessions.
Required Qualifications
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3+ years of experience in field surveying or structural steel erection.
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Experience surveying slopes, grades, and layout for structural and miscellaneous metals.
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Proficiency with a total station or similar surveying equipment.
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Understanding of AISC standards for building alignment and orientation.
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Ability to travel regularly to construction sites across Maryland, Virginia, and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region.
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Comfortable working at heights, including on aerial lifts and elevated steel floors.
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Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and communication skills.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with field crews and other trades.
Benefits & Work Environment
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Company vehicle and gas card provided for job-related travel.
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Exposure to a variety of structural steel projects across the Mid-Atlantic.
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Ongoing training and support.
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Primarily field-based work, with occasional visits to office or shop locations.
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Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience using a total station or similar surveying equipment to collect accurate measurements?
- How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail when checking elevations and embed alignment?