Three W - Surveyor - Foreman-105915 - Overland Contracting
Hillsboro, TX
About the Job
Three W - Surveyor - Foreman-105915
Date: Oct 21, 2024
Location: Hillsboro, TX, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.
Company : Overland Contracting Inc
Req Id : 105915
Job Title : Three W - Surveyor - Foreman-105915
Location : PJHILLSBO
Business Unit Sector : OCI-BVOPS-CONSTRUCTION
Opportunity Type : Craft (non-union)
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Job Summary
Direct and supervise the survey crew to make exact measurements and determine site layout to support all disciplines with a quality layout for unit installation. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, construction, and other purposes.
Key Responsibilities
Be able to perform all of the principal duties and accountabilities of craft workers under his/her supervision.
Verify the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain or current installations.
Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
Compute geodetic measurements and interpret survey data to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.
Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in survey areas using theodolites, transits, levels, and satellite‐based global positioning systems (GPS).
Record the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
Coordinate findings with the work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
Establish fixed points for use in making maps, using geodetic and engineering instruments.
Train Instrumantmen, Rodman, and helpers, and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.
Adjust surveying instruments to maintain their accuracy.
Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
Analyze survey objectives and specifications to prepare survey proposals or to direct others in survey proposal preparation.
Lead and support all safety related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries. No job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved.
Have an understanding of the scheduling, material control and unit man‐hour performance reporting. Become familiar with the Field Progress Management System (FPMS).
Be able to create and execute a one-week schedule.
Be able to set and execute crew goals based on the project unit rates.
Review crew's timecards for correct hours and phase coding.
Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor. Participate in investigation process as needed. Review accidents and the causes with employees.
Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre‐job safety planning in the appropriate format. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate hazards. Assure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre‐job safety planning tools at start and end of shift.
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a supervisor.
One or more of the following certifications:
NCCER Site Layout
NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
NCCER Project Supervision
NCCER Project Management
Minimum Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience working in the industrial construction field with layout or survey responsibilities. Must have working knowledge of using mathematics to solve problems, verify mathematical calculations, gather physical survey data, document technical design details, analyze physical, survey, or geographic data, survey land to measure or determine features, create maps, determine operational criteria or specifications, coordinate activities with suppliers, contractors, clients, or other departments or disciplines, direct surveying activities, train personnel on proper operational procedures, calculate geographic positions from survey data. In addition, must have all necessary tools (see Rod buster tool list). Must be at least 18 years of age.
Certifications
NCCER Site Layout
NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
NCCER Project Supervision
NCCER Project Management
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
+ Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
+ Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction.
+ Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
+ Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
+ Requires repetitive movement.
+ Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
+ Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
+ Standing and walking the majority of the workday
Work Environment:
+ Typical construction site environment
+ Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
+ Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
+ Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions
+ Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
+ Work around hazardous equipment.
+ This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
Competencies
Salary Plan
SUR: Surveying
Job Grade
003
Black & Veatch endeavors to makeaccessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with life insuranceand a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer paid vacation and holiday time after the eligibility period has been met.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals including, but not limited to, a company matched 401k plan,vendor discounts, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, identity theft and credit monitoring services,and the B&V Credit Union.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
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Date: Oct 21, 2024
Location: Hillsboro, TX, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.
Company : Overland Contracting Inc
Req Id : 105915
Job Title : Three W - Surveyor - Foreman-105915
Location : PJHILLSBO
Business Unit Sector : OCI-BVOPS-CONSTRUCTION
Opportunity Type : Craft (non-union)
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Job Summary
Direct and supervise the survey crew to make exact measurements and determine site layout to support all disciplines with a quality layout for unit installation. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, construction, and other purposes.
Key Responsibilities
Be able to perform all of the principal duties and accountabilities of craft workers under his/her supervision.
Verify the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain or current installations.
Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
Compute geodetic measurements and interpret survey data to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.
Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in survey areas using theodolites, transits, levels, and satellite‐based global positioning systems (GPS).
Record the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
Coordinate findings with the work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
Establish fixed points for use in making maps, using geodetic and engineering instruments.
Train Instrumantmen, Rodman, and helpers, and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.
Adjust surveying instruments to maintain their accuracy.
Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
Analyze survey objectives and specifications to prepare survey proposals or to direct others in survey proposal preparation.
Lead and support all safety related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries. No job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved.
Have an understanding of the scheduling, material control and unit man‐hour performance reporting. Become familiar with the Field Progress Management System (FPMS).
Be able to create and execute a one-week schedule.
Be able to set and execute crew goals based on the project unit rates.
Review crew's timecards for correct hours and phase coding.
Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor. Participate in investigation process as needed. Review accidents and the causes with employees.
Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre‐job safety planning in the appropriate format. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate hazards. Assure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre‐job safety planning tools at start and end of shift.
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a supervisor.
One or more of the following certifications:
NCCER Site Layout
NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
NCCER Project Supervision
NCCER Project Management
Minimum Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience working in the industrial construction field with layout or survey responsibilities. Must have working knowledge of using mathematics to solve problems, verify mathematical calculations, gather physical survey data, document technical design details, analyze physical, survey, or geographic data, survey land to measure or determine features, create maps, determine operational criteria or specifications, coordinate activities with suppliers, contractors, clients, or other departments or disciplines, direct surveying activities, train personnel on proper operational procedures, calculate geographic positions from survey data. In addition, must have all necessary tools (see Rod buster tool list). Must be at least 18 years of age.
Certifications
NCCER Site Layout
NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
NCCER Project Supervision
NCCER Project Management
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
+ Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
+ Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction.
+ Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
+ Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
+ Requires repetitive movement.
+ Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
+ Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
+ Standing and walking the majority of the workday
Work Environment:
+ Typical construction site environment
+ Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
+ Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
+ Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions
+ Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
+ Work around hazardous equipment.
+ This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
Competencies
Salary Plan
SUR: Surveying
Job Grade
003
Black & Veatch endeavors to makeaccessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with life insuranceand a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer paid vacation and holiday time after the eligibility period has been met.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals including, but not limited to, a company matched 401k plan,vendor discounts, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, identity theft and credit monitoring services,and the B&V Credit Union.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
For our EEO Policy Statement, please click. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please clickand.
Notice to External Search Firms : Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
Source : Overland Contracting
