Construction Surveyor Lead

Overview

NexGen is looking for a Construction Surveyor Lead to join it's growing team!

Responsibilities

Why NexGen?

NexGen Contracting, the self-perform arm of Gray, is based in Franklin, TN, and specializes in executing turnkey project scopes, including concrete, steel, millwright, and finishes. NexGen is fully integrated with Gray Construction and serves as a preferred subcontractor. The NexGen team is made of career, trade-specific professionals and core craftsmen with decades of experience who are dedicated to meeting our customers’ unique needs. NexGen offers a wide range of self-perform services, which include supervision, administration, craft labor, materials, tools, documentation, consumables, and safety devices to successfully carry projects from start to finish.

 

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated, global service provider deeply rooted in engineering, design, and construction, along with smart manufacturing and equipment manufacturing services. Consistently ranked as a leader in the industry, we focus on the following markets for domestic and international customers: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive, Distribution, Mission Critical, and Commercial.

 

Founded in 1960, Gray’s robust offering enables us to create one-of-a-kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don’t define Gray—our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray.

Qualifications

Who we want… (Requirements)

 

NexGen Contracting is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Surveyor Lead to lead field survey operations on a variety of construction projects. This role is responsible for supervising survey crews, performing and verifying field data collection, and ensuring the accuracy of construction layouts and as-built surveys. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a collaborative mindset to help deliver high-quality results across multiple active job sites.

 

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in land and construction surveying, with 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A solid background in as-built surveys, utility mapping, construction stakeout, and site development.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (v2017 or newer) and COGO software, with strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Topcon Office, Field, Tools software preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using modern survey equipment: robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, data collectors, and automatic levels.
• Experience in Sokkia/Topcon equipment preferred.
• A strong understanding of civil plans, boundary determination, construction layout, and land development regulations.
• SIT (Surveyor-in-Training) certification or other industry credentials preferred.
• Must be able to travel up to 90% of the time to various job sites throughout the region, including potential assignments at military installations.
• A professional demeanor, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• Comfortable working at heights and in below-ground and/or confined spaces, including high-rise structures and underground environments.

 

The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

 

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

What we expect… (Essential Functions)

 

• Lead and supervise a field survey crew, ensuring all fieldwork is conducted safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with clients, contractors, project managers, and office personnel across multiple ongoing projects.
• Verify existing site conditions, ensuring the accuracy of third-party data and alignment with design plans.
• Conduct pre-survey planning sessions with engineers and project stakeholders to define scope and expectations.
• Perform construction layout, topographic, and control surveys, including the use of GPS and robotic total stations.
• Process field data into base survey files using AutoCAD Civil 3D or TopCon Office and generate topographic maps, gr