PCL Construction

Assistant Superintendent, Survey Operations

PCL Construction$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Journeyman certificate or Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline preferred
  • 4+ years of construction experience with a strong focus on survey, layout, or field engineering
  • Experience leading survey crews on large-scale projects
  • Hands-on experience with Trimble GPS systems and survey data workflows
  • Strong mathematical and geodetic calculation skills
  • Knowledge of construction plans, specifications, and construction methods
  • Ability to lead effective site meetings and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

  • Implement PCL's safety protocols and maintain safety records
  • Supervise and mentor project teams and crew members
  • Conduct survey operations for GPS installation and verification during construction
  • Ensure accuracy in survey measurements and GPS positioning
  • Utilize advanced survey technologies for project alignment
  • Compute and verify construction elevations, grades, and alignments
  • Maintain all survey deliverables including maps and reports.

Benefits

  • Per-diem available for temporary living expenses on projects
  • Opportunity for transfers to new projects upon completion of assignments
  • Access to advanced survey technologies and professional development
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture focused on community impact.
Full Job Description
Travel is required as this position may be located at one of our projects with locations including: Kentucky, Ohio, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, Washington and other states. Per-diem is available to help cover temporary living expenses for candidates who the eligibility criteria. Depending on project availability, once your time on this project ends, you may be transferred to the next project in a different state. As a Assistant Superintendent, Survey Operations for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Rochelle, Georgia, Camden, Ohio, Franklin, Kentucky, you'll have the opportunity to lead survey operations as an integrated part of project supervision. The Assistant Superintendent drives alignment between design intent and field performance. Here's how a Assistant Superintendent, Survey Operations for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. within Solar USA contributes to our team: **Responsibilities** - Works with site superintendent and lead project manager, implements PCL's safety program and maintains safety and record-keeping requirements. - Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors the project team, including direct and indirect reports. - Direct and perform survey operations to construct GPS base station, layout, and verification for all phases of construction. - Ensure the accuracy of survey data, including measurements, calculations, and GPS-based positioning. - Utilize and oversee advanced survey technologies, including Trimble GPS systems, total stations, and data collectors. - Compute and verify elevations, grades, alignments, and boundary conditions to support construction activities. - Maintain responsibility for survey deliverables including maps, reports, survey data, and documentation. - Effectively communicates with own forces and trades and ensures that performance, productivity, quality, and safety requirements are met. - Consistently collaborates with superintendent, construction/project manager and project team. Advises site superintendent or project manager of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc. - Liaises between field engineers and estimators and to ensure construction complies with drawings and specifications. - Contributes to the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and assists with resource-loaded three-week lookahead schedules. - Monitors and executes the project construction plan and schedule. - Reviews and understands the contract and subcontracts, including understanding risk and risk mitigation plans. - Maintains project administration correspondence, and complies with documentation requirements. **Qualifications** - Journeyman certificate or Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline prefered - Minimum 4+ years of construction experience with a strong focus on survey, layout, or field engineering. - Proven experience leading survey crews or field teams on large-scale construction projects. - Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience with Trimble GPS systems, total stations, and survey data workflows. - Experience with survey data processing, coordinate systems, and field-to-finish workflows (e.g., machine control integration is a plus). - Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and scheduling practices. - Ability to perform and verify complex mathematical and geodetic calculations. - Knowledge of construction industry and company operations, including building materials, construction specifications, and methods and procedures. - Understanding of project schedules and ability to identify the critical path. - Knowledge and understanding of scheduling software. - Knowledge of safety and environmental principles/procedures/legislation. - Ability to lead and run effective site meetings with client, consultants, trades, own forces work, and internal employees. - Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional judgment. **Your Work Has Purpose Here** PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity. **Company:** PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. **Primary Location: ** Rochelle, Georgia, Camden, Ohio, Franklin, Kentucky **Job Title: ** Assistant Superintendent, Survey Operations **Requisition ID: ** 12544

About PCL Construction

PCL Construction is a leading construction company that provides a range of services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. The company has a diverse portfolio of projects across industries, including healthcare, education, commercial, and infrastructure. PCL Construction is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also committed to safety and has a strong safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and partners. PCL Construction has received numerous awards and recognition for its work, including being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years.
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