*Construction Technology Manager / Field Surveyor*

Solid Rock Recruiting

Sioux Falls, Minnesota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Benchmarking, Best Practices, Building Surveying, Construction, Construction Control, Construction Equipment, Construction Industry Software, Construction Management, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Document Archiving, Documentation, Driver's License, English Language, File Maintenance, Identify Issues, Leadership, Metrics, Multilingual, On Site Support, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Project Close-Out, Project/Program Coordination, Quality Metrics, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Spanish Language, Staff Training, Structured Data, Surveying, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sioux Falls, Minnesota
POSTED
30+ days ago

Construction Technology Manager / Field Surveyor

Job Summary
This field-focused leadership role oversees construction technology, surveying/layout control, and model-to-field data workflows. The position partners closely with project teams and field crews to standardize tools, improve accuracy, and reduce downtime through training, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Core Functions

  • Perform field surveying and layout using robotic total stations; establish and maintain control points
  • Deploy and support construction technology platforms, machine control systems, and digital workflows
  • Train field personnel and verify the accuracy and quality of measurements and deliverables

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the field construction technology program, including setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, standardization, and continuous improvement
  • Establish, verify, and maintain surveying/layout control, including benchmarks and control points; ensure jobsite control integrity
  • Manage machine control systems and field technology platforms to maintain crew productivity
  • Develop and maintain project data, including control networks, surfaces, and linework; prepare and distribute field-ready data
  • Convert design and model data into field-ready formats; review outputs for constructability and coordinate with project teams to resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain file and data management standards, including naming conventions, version control, validation, distribution, archiving, and closeout documentation
  • Provide training and ongoing support to field crews, supervisors, and project staff on best practices and efficient workflows

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in construction layout/surveying, machine control, or construction technology (or equivalent experience)
  • Proficiency in construction data processing software and preparing field deliverables
  • Strong knowledge of field control practices using robotic total stations, including horizontal and vertical accuracy verification
  • Experience with structured file and data management systems (naming, version control, validation, archiving)
  • Working knowledge of model-to-field workflows
  • Ability to train and support field teams
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites; primarily field-based role

Preferred

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Experience with construction layout and machine control platforms
  • Familiarity with as-built documentation and project closeout processes, including coordination with design or modeling teams

Work Environment

  • Primarily field-based with on-site support responsibilities
  • Frequent travel to job sites, including early starts and occasional extended hours
  • Outdoor construction environment with regular walking and equipment handling

Success Metrics

  • Reduction in technology-related downtime and faster issue resolution
  • Consistent project setup and standardized data delivery across projects
  • Increased adoption of tools and workflows by field teams with minimal support
  • Accurate as-built documentation and complete project closeout deliverables

About the Company

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