Qualdoc

Construction Survey & Layout Technician

Qualdoc  •  $30/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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Job Description

Construction Survey & Layout Technician

Location: Maryland or Virginia (Travel Required)
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Pay: From $30.00/hour (Higher pay available based on experience)

About the Role

We are hiring a skilled Construction Survey & Layout Technician to support structural steel construction projects throughout Maryland and Virginia. This position is primarily field-based and is ideal for someone with experience in construction layout, surveying, and structural steel installation.

The successful candidate will travel to active job sites, perform layout and survey work, verify field measurements, and help ensure structural components are installed accurately and safely.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform field surveys using total stations and other surveying equipment.
  • Establish control points, building layout lines, column locations, and anchor bolt positions.
  • Verify elevations, embeds, alignment, and structural positioning throughout construction.
  • Create and maintain accurate as-built documentation.
  • Assist field crews by confirming proper placement and alignment of structural steel.
  • Support the installation of structural and miscellaneous steel components, including stairs and shaft framing.
  • Work closely with project teams and other trades to maintain layout accuracy and structural tolerances.
  • Utilize software including Trimble, Bluebeam, CAD, and Microsoft Office for documentation and project support.
  • Follow all company and job site safety requirements while working in active construction environments.
  • Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of experience in construction surveying, layout, or structural steel erection.
  • Experience with grading, slope calculations, and layout for structural or miscellaneous metals.
  • Proficiency using total stations or comparable surveying instruments.
  • Working knowledge of AISC standards related to structural alignment and building layout.
  • Ability to travel regularly to project sites throughout Maryland and Virginia.
  • Comfortable working at heights, including elevated steel, scaffolding, and aerial lifts.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate measurements.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field personnel.
  • Benefits

  • Company vehicle provided for work travel.
  • Gas card for business-related travel.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial construction projects.
  • Work Environment

    This position is primarily based at construction sites throughout the region. Occasional visits to a company office or shop may be required for meetings, training, or project coordination.
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    About Qualdoc

    Qualdoc provides supply chain development and management services as well as industrial staffing solutions.

    Industry
    Consulting & Advisory
    Company Size
    11-50 employees
    Headquarters
    Charlottesville, Virginia
    Year Founded
    2020
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