3D Modeling, Building Surveying, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Construction, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Data Management, Data Processing, Detail Oriented, Earthmoving/Earthworks, File Management, Health Insurance, Operations Management, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Problem Solving Skills, Project Start-Up, Project Tracking, Surface Modeling, Topography, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Validation Testing
Flynn Brothers Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Survey & Machine Control Technician to support site development and heavy civil construction projects. This position is responsible for building and maintaining 3Dmodels, preparing machine control files, processing drone data, and producing accurate staking and takeoff information to ensure field operations run efficiently and accurately.
This role plays a critical part in project startup, daily model revisions, and overall job site accuracy.
Position Description
Key Responsibilities
3D Modeling & Site Preparation
- Develop complete 3D models of project sites within disturbance limits.
- Identify and anticipate potential design plan conflicts or topographic tie-in issues.
- Implement daily revisions and additions to site models.
- Re-run updated models through Trimble and Topcon platforms to maintain accuracy.
Machine Control & Data Management- Prepare Trimble and Topcon machine control files.
- Input calibrations into Topcon 3D Office.
- Coordinate control files and miscellaneous setup files for project startup.
- Double-check and prepare curb 2D and 3D linework for stringless curb machines.
Staking & Calculations- Calculate sanitary and storm 3D linework.
- Produce .CSV staking files for all underground structures.
- Calculate wall leveling pads and generate corresponding staking files.
- Ensure all layout files are field-ready and accurate.
Drone & Existing Surface Processing- Insert and process drone flights into Propeller.
- Clean and refine drone data to produce accurate existing surface models.
- Support earthwork validation and site verification using drone data.
Takeoffs & Reporting- Export files for Carlson or Agtek takeoffs as needed.
- Produce miscellaneous quantity takeoffs for project progress tracking.
- Perform monthly asphalt plant stockpile inventory calculations.
Position Requirements
Required Skills & Experience- Experience in heavy civil/site development construction.
- Strong understanding of grading, utilities, and earthwork.
- Experience preparing and managing machine control files.
- Drone data processing experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Software Proficiency Required- Carlson/CAD
- Agtek
- Trimble Business Center
- Trimble Earthworks
- Topcon 3D Office
- Propeller
Preferred Qualifications- Prior experience in survey office or construction modeling role.
- Familiarity with stringless curb systems.
- Knowledge of earthwork balancing and grading optimization.
- Drone flight experience (Part 107 certification preferred but not required).
Benefits - Health Insurance (PPO Plan and HSA Plan)
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Provided ESOP (Employee-Owned Stock Plan)
- 401k Option
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Weekly Pay by Direct Deposit
- Supplemental Benefits
- Company Provided Life Insurance for employee and family
- Paid Time Off
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE - M/F/Disabled/Veteran
Women and Minorities encouraged to apply
Equal Opportunity Employer
Flynn Brothers Contracting, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.F
Flynn Brothers Contracting