Structural Steel Field Surveyor

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.

Responsibilities

• Collect and verify construction measurements using surveying instruments and related equipment.
• Establish building control lines and confirm column locations and anchor rod placement.
• Check elevations, embedded components, and structural alignment; prepare as-built drawings as required.
• Support steel erection by verifying the positioning, alignment, and accuracy of structural components.
• Coordinate with other trades to maintain proper plumbness, orientation, and structural accuracy.
• Assist with the installation of structural and miscellaneous metals, including stairs, shafts, and related steel components.
• Use Trimble surveying tools, Bluebeam, CAD software, and Microsoft Office to support field documentation and project coordination.
• Communicate survey findings and potential discrepancies to relevant team members.
• Follow established safety procedures and promote safe work practices at all job sites.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in field surveying or structural steel erection.
• Experience with surveying slopes, grades, and layout for structural and miscellaneous metals.
• Proficiency with a total station or comparable surveying equipment.
• Understanding of AISC standards related to building alignment and orientation.
• Ability to travel regularly to construction sites throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region.
• Comfortable working at heights, including on aerial lifts and elevated steel floors.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate measurements.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field crews and other construction professionals.

What We Offer

• Company vehicle and gas card for job-related travel.
• Exposure to a variety of structural steel field projects across the Mid-Atlantic.
• Ongoing training and professional support.
• Work Environment

This is primarily a field-based position, with occasional visits to office or shop locations for meetings and training. Candidates should be prepared to work in active construction settings and travel between project sites as needed.