Structural Steel Surveyor – Maryland/Virginia
Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Maryland or Virginia | Field-Based
Starting Pay: $30/hour — higher depending on experience
Position Overview
We are hiring a Structural Steel Surveyor to provide field layout and measurement support for structural steel projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This position requires accurate field measurements, structural alignment work, and coordination with erection crews and other trades at active construction sites.
Regular travel between job sites is required.
Field Responsibilities
Collect and document accurate site measurements and survey information for construction activities.
Establish building control lines and layout points for columns and anchor rods.
Check elevations, embed locations, alignment, and orientation in the field.
Prepare and maintain as-built drawings based on field conditions.
Provide layout and alignment support during structural steel erection.
Verify that steel components are properly positioned and aligned.
Coordinate with erection crews and other trades to maintain structural plumbness and accuracy.
Assist with installation and field layout of structural and miscellaneous metals, including stairs and shafts.
Perform surveying and layout work involving slopes, grades, and structural/miscellaneous metal installations.
Use surveying and construction technology including Trimble, Bluebeam, CAD, and Microsoft Office.
Follow jobsite safety requirements and promote safe work practices.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in structural steel erection or field surveying
Experience with surveying, layout, slopes, and grades for structural and miscellaneous metals
Hands-on experience with a total station or comparable surveying equipment
Working knowledge of AISC standards related to building alignment and orientation
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with field crews and other trades
Willingness to travel regularly between construction sites throughout the Mid-Atlantic region
Comfortable working at heights, including on aerial lifts and elevated steel floors
Ability to work effectively in active construction environments
What’s Included
Company vehicle for jobsite travel
Gas card
Ongoing training and support
Exposure to a variety of structural steel field projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region
Work Environment
This is primarily a field-based position. Occasional work at office or shop locations may be required for training, meetings, or other business needs.
