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POSITION SUMMARY

This position is accountable for providing field engineering line and grade layout project support. This includes planning, organizing, and directing work of one or more field engineering crews to determine the precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction.

The incumbent will typically work closely with the Project Manager, Project AGS, Superintendent, Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled craft persons on the jobsite to ensure successful project completion and closeout.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches previous survey evidence, maps, physical evidence, construction documents, and other records to obtain data needed for layout.
• Determines methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.
• Understands functions of total Stranton data collector and how-to level lasers.
• Provides Control Lines for all TAS Crews as well as laying out edge forms, columns, cast-in-place walls, footings, piers, anchor bolts, embeds, scaffolding, and shoring.
• Provides elevation benchmarks, elevations on decks, edge forms, columns, walls, sidewalks, and site work.
• Checks plumpness of all columns and walls prior to concrete placement and the plumbing of all columns and walls after concrete placement.
• Verifies deck elevation prior to concrete placement.
• Keeps accurate notes, records, sketches, and as-built's for locations and elevations of all embeds, anchor bolts, and elevated slabs.
• Provides own transportation if assigned.
• Coordinates findings with work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with project.
• Studies and utilizes the Architectural, Structural, Civil, and Shop drawings.
• Keeps/wears/carries at all times the necessary tools to perform the job (not in vehicle or gang box).
• Helps other crews when job functions permit.
• Mentors and trains the eye man.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any other incumbents encountered.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of three years of work experience is required. Prior hands-on work experience in the concrete construction industry preferred. The successful candidate must have exemplified high-level problem-solving abilities and technical skills. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and utilize Construction Math concepts. Must have excellent computer skills and be knowledgeable with all Microsoft applications including Microsoft Office and PlanGrid. Excellent customer service and organizational skills are essential. The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business; be an effective communicator; and be able to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization. In addition the incumbent must;

• Be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and to independently identify work to be done.
• Be flexible with the ability to adjust to sudden changes in work priorities.
• Prioritize work generally and to accommodate those changes.
• Have a high degree of attention to detail and extreme care in performing tasks accurately and carefully.
• Be flexible to travel between one or more jobsites during the normal workday.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management including corporate and executive.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Compensation & Benefits:

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Developmeny