Company

Qualdoc Staffing

ConstructionLayout&SurveySpecialist

$0k+ Maryland, United States; Virginia, United States CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Construction Layout & Survey Specialist. Skills: Field Surveying, Construction Layout, Structural Steel, Precision Surveying. Collect field measurements. Collect survey data”

Industry & Context.

Qualdoc Staffing
Problems you'll solve

Identify issues; Resolve issues

Eligibility Requirements

Field-based role, Travel regularly, Work in active construction, Work from aerial lifts, Work from elevated platforms, Work on steel structures at height

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years field surveying, 3+ years construction layout, 3+ years structural steel erection, Layout work structural steel, Layout work miscellaneous metals, Proficiency total stations, Proficiency surveying instruments, Understanding building alignment, Understanding orientation, Understanding structural layout, Ability to travel regularly, Comfortable working aerial lifts, Comfortable working elevated platforms, Comfortable working steel structures, Attention to detail, Commitment to accuracy, Commitment to quality, Effective communication skills, Teamwork skills

Nice to Have

Experience supporting structural steel installation, Knowledge field coordination processes, Familiarity producing as-built documentation, Familiarity interpreting as-built documentation

What You'll Do.

Collect field measurements

Establish project control points

Establish building grid lines

Establish column locations

Establish anchor bolt layouts

Verify structural placement

Verify dimensional accuracy

Create as-built documentation

Maintain as-built documentation

Support installation activities

Coordinate with multiple trades

Ensure accurate layout

Ensure integration installed components

Identify field alignment issues

Resolve field alignment issues

Operate total stations

Operate precision surveying equipment

Utilize software platforms

Utilize technology platforms

Maintain organized field records

Maintain measurements

Maintain project documentation

Follow site-specific safety

Follow company safety

Participate project planning

Participate coordination meetings

Participate field discussions

Work closely with project teams

Work closely with installation crews

Work closely with construction professionals

Maintain professionalism

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multiple trades; Project teams; Installation crews; Construction professionals

Communication Scope

Effective communication

Full Job Description

## Description Field Surveyor Location: Virginia or Maryland Position Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Compensation: Starting at $30.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience and technical background Overview We are seeking an experienced Field Surveyor to support structural steel projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role is primarily field-based and involves collecting precise survey data, ensuring proper alignment, and supporting steel installation activities. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to job sites and working in active construction environments. ## Core Responsibilities Site Measurement & Layout Collect accurate field measurements and survey data for construction and installation activities Establish project control points, building grid lines, column locations, and anchor bolt layouts Verify elevations, structural placement, and dimensional accuracy throughout project execution Create and maintain as-built documentation reflecting completed work conditions Structural Alignment Support Assist field teams by confirming proper alignment and positioning of structural steel components Support installation activities by verifying plumbness, elevation, and orientation requirements Coordinate with multiple trades to ensure accurate layout and integration of installed components Help identify and resolve field alignment issues before they impact project schedules Technology & Documentation Operate total stations and other precision surveying equipment Utilize software and technology platforms including: Trimble Bluebeam CAD applications Microsoft Office Suite Maintain organized field records, measurements, reports, and project documentation Safety & Collaboration Follow all site-specific safety requirements and company safety procedures Participate in project planning, coordination meetings, and field discussions Work closely with project teams, installation crews, and other construction professionals Maintain professionalism while workin

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