Kiewit
Sr. Crew Chief/Survey Manager - Colorado Region 1
Kiewit, Caledonia, Mississippi, United States, 39740
Position Overview
We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Sr. Crew Chiefs/Survey Managers to join our team in 2026, to lead field survey operations for heavy civil infrastructure (highway/bridge), and p0wer/energy projects across the United States. You will play an integral role in leading survey teams on projects ranging from $50 M to $1 B, including highway projects, bridge projects, power plants, and water/wastewater projects, working within tight tolerances and ensuring accuracy in the field. Our Survey Managers establish and maintain methods for safe, accurate, and efficient survey and control. You will have responsibilities over contractual requirements, design model review, and field survey operations, and should plan to spend around 50 % of your time in the field observing and instructing survey operations on the job site. This role requires strong technical expertise in surveying, team leadership, and collaboration with engineering and construction teams to ensure precision and efficiency in all surveying activities.
Requisition ID:
178952
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Central District
Department:
Surveying
Market:
Transportation
Employment Type:
Full Time
If you are looking for a career with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on, look no further! We are an employee‑owned company that fosters dedication and commitment to project success, and we are positioned as a key player in meeting the growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures; we build relationships, strengthen communities, and improve the world. We don’t just build projects—we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top‑notch health benefits, generous time off, flexible work options, a wealth‑building 401(k) plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!
District Overview Kiewit’s Central District operates in the central and south‑central regions of the United States. We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full‑service construction team capable of self‑performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction.
Location As a Survey Manager you will support projects in the Colorado region, as well as other states in the Central United States. We support projects in CO, MT, WY, NM, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA and MN. In this role, you must be willing to travel to project sites as needed and visit our district office in Lone Tree, Colorado occasionally for training and meetings. When assigned to a project site, we provide per diem and trips home.
Responsibilities
Oversee all surveying operations for the construction of assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to project specifications.
Develop and implement surveying plans, methodologies, and best practices to optimize field data collection and layout. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop survey plans and schedules.
Lead a team of surveyors and field personnel, providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
Utilize advanced surveying technology, including GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and drones, to capture and analyze data.
Conduct quality control checks to verify survey accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
Manage survey data processing, ensuring integration with project management and BIM software.
Prepare and maintain detailed survey reports, logs, and documentation for project records.
Ensure all survey activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and standards.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all surveying activities.
Troubleshoot and resolve survey‑related challenges on‑site, adapting to changing project conditions.
Operate Trimble Business Center and CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or Microstation) to perform calculations and key in elevations from plans and drawings.
Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) certification is an asset (we assist with certification if you do not have it).
10+ years of field construction survey experience and leadership of survey crews, performing dimensional control, industrial measurements, and conducting field surveys; preference for heavy‑civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, and tunneling.
Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business Center required.
Proficiency with survey equipment such as GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and data‑collection tools (drones).
Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry to perform calculations (area, volume, circumference, proportion, percentage).
Advanced experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation) and GIS platforms required; proficiency with MS Office Suite.
Dynamic thinker who desires to lead, motivate, mentor, and manage team performance; self‑starter who sets standards of excellence in safety, quality, and productivity.
Excellent written and verbal communication; strong self‑awareness; able to engage stakeholders at all levels and solve problems effectively.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.
Accustomed to outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions.
Willing to travel as necessary; per diem and trips home provided for long durations.
Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; strong work ethic and commitment to safety and quality.
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Work productively and meet deadlines.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively, following oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within deadlines; overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various locations with varying conditions.
Base Compensation:
$90,000 – $150,000 (actual compensation varies with education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 01/01/2026 – 04/14/2026
We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Requisition ID:
178952
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Central District
Department:
Surveying
Market:
Transportation
Employment Type:
Full Time
If you are looking for a career with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on, look no further! We are an employee‑owned company that fosters dedication and commitment to project success, and we are positioned as a key player in meeting the growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures; we build relationships, strengthen communities, and improve the world. We don’t just build projects—we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top‑notch health benefits, generous time off, flexible work options, a wealth‑building 401(k) plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!
District Overview Kiewit’s Central District operates in the central and south‑central regions of the United States. We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full‑service construction team capable of self‑performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction.
Location As a Survey Manager you will support projects in the Colorado region, as well as other states in the Central United States. We support projects in CO, MT, WY, NM, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA and MN. In this role, you must be willing to travel to project sites as needed and visit our district office in Lone Tree, Colorado occasionally for training and meetings. When assigned to a project site, we provide per diem and trips home.
Responsibilities
Oversee all surveying operations for the construction of assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to project specifications.
Develop and implement surveying plans, methodologies, and best practices to optimize field data collection and layout. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop survey plans and schedules.
Lead a team of surveyors and field personnel, providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between design intent and field execution.
Utilize advanced surveying technology, including GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and drones, to capture and analyze data.
Conduct quality control checks to verify survey accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
Manage survey data processing, ensuring integration with project management and BIM software.
Prepare and maintain detailed survey reports, logs, and documentation for project records.
Ensure all survey activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and standards.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all surveying activities.
Troubleshoot and resolve survey‑related challenges on‑site, adapting to changing project conditions.
Operate Trimble Business Center and CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or Microstation) to perform calculations and key in elevations from plans and drawings.
Communicate effectively with superintendents, field crews, engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) certification is an asset (we assist with certification if you do not have it).
10+ years of field construction survey experience and leadership of survey crews, performing dimensional control, industrial measurements, and conducting field surveys; preference for heavy‑civil highway, bridge construction, power plants, water, and tunneling.
Proficiency with Trimble Access/Business Center required.
Proficiency with survey equipment such as GPS, total stations, LiDAR, and data‑collection tools (drones).
Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry to perform calculations (area, volume, circumference, proportion, percentage).
Advanced experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation) and GIS platforms required; proficiency with MS Office Suite.
Dynamic thinker who desires to lead, motivate, mentor, and manage team performance; self‑starter who sets standards of excellence in safety, quality, and productivity.
Excellent written and verbal communication; strong self‑awareness; able to engage stakeholders at all levels and solve problems effectively.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.
Accustomed to outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions.
Willing to travel as necessary; per diem and trips home provided for long durations.
Physical ability to lift equipment and perform manual tasks; strong work ethic and commitment to safety and quality.
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Work productively and meet deadlines.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively, following oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within deadlines; overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various locations with varying conditions.
Base Compensation:
$90,000 – $150,000 (actual compensation varies with education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 01/01/2026 – 04/14/2026
We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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