Lead Construction Surveyor

ESP Associates, Inc. is currently recruiting a lead construction surveyor for a major interstate highway construction project in Dunn, NC. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your survey career with a growing and dynamic Engineering, Surveying and Planning firm.   

Responsibilities: 

• Strong organizational and leadership skills 
• Candidate will be required to demonstrate strong management and organizational skills while running a field crew and providing various conventional, robotic and GPS land surveying projects.

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience in surveying required (preferably with NCDOT projects)
• Associate’s degree in surveying/geomatics, civil engineering or related field preferred 
• Position requires comprehensive knowledge of GPS surveying including static, fast static, RTK, and VRS. 
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience with Trimble data collection, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations are required.
• Computer skills involved in the submittal of daily files including downloading of data, preparation/organization of field sketches & digital photographs, completion of daily checklists & timesheets, and vehicle navigation are required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, navigational programs, and Trimble Data Transfer a plus. 
• SIT or PLS preferred 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, navigational programs, CADD programs and Trimble Business Center preferred 
• DOT and route survey experience considered a plus 
• Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

As a Transportation and Infrastructure-focused firm, ESP’s CEI and CM professionals work diligently on our client’s behalf to verify and document their assigned project is built as intended.  Our experience includes various types of construction contracting methods including General Bid-Build, Design-Build, and Public Private Partnerships (P3).  Our role is to be a valued asset to the project team, adding value through knowledge, communication, and experience.

CEI & CM Markets include:

• Highways and Bridges
• Rail and Transit
• Tollways
• Municipal Trails
• Streets and Roads

Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 195 on the 2025 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2025 ranking of 52.

ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including:   

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days) 
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) 
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Opportunities
• Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
• Referral Bonuses