Sr Construction and Field Survey Specialist 2026-02428

Sr Construction and Field Survey Specialist 2026-02428

Salary

$32.33 - $35.92 Hourly

Location

Basin, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02428

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TNCF08

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filed

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Construction and Field Survey Specialist to join the Construction Program in Basin, Wyoming. This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career while using your technical knowledge, field experience, and leadership skills to help deliver transportation projects that make a lasting difference for Wyoming communities and the traveling public.

In this position, you will work closely with the Resident Engineer and assist with advanced engineering and construction activities. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and supervising the work of assigned engineers and technicians; developing engineering project plans and specifications; preparing construction cost estimates; performing complex highway, bridge, and structural design work; and reviewing and refining project designs. The position also plays an important role in ensuring projects are completed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations, specifications, and requirements.

Basin, Wyoming, offers the opportunity to build your career while enjoying the lifestyle of a welcoming small Wyoming community. Located in the Big Horn Basin, the area is surrounded by wide-open landscapes and provides convenient access to outdoor recreation throughout north-central Wyoming. Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, boating, and other outdoor activities are all within reach, making the area an excellent fit for those who enjoy Wyoming's open spaces and outdoor way of life. Basin also provides the benefits of small-town living while being within driving distance of communities such as Worland, Greybull, Lovell, and Cody.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can combine engineering, construction, leadership, and public service, consider joining WYDOT in Basin. Bring your experience and expertise to a team whose work helps keep Wyoming moving safely every day.

Why Join WYDOT?

$2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility applies)

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Human Resource Contact: 307-568-3427 / Jesse Maschke / jesse.maschke1@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Performs Contract Administration duties.
• Conducts a comprehensive verification of design plans and associated documents and submits engineering change proposals when required.
• Supervises, advises, and schedules crew members.
• Surveys, tests, inspects, and ensures safety and documentation associated with construction projects.
• Ensures all construction-related activities are done promptly.
• Conducts or arranges for crew training in computer software, survey procedures, safety and construction procedures, and practices.
• Establishes preliminary project cost estimates by reviewing the project scope and estimating quantities.
• Makes engineering recommendations after the project scope is determined and continually reviews and comments on plans as they develop.
• Checks documentation and quantities of work for contractors payment.
• Coordinated WYDOT projects with other states, federal, city, and county entities, utility companies, and private landowners.
• Communicate with other WYDOT programs to gather supplemental information to ensure schedules are met.
• Directs positive public relations with people directly concerned with construction projects, including contractors, suppliers, landowners, businesses, and the traveling public.
• Partners with contractors at all project phases to ensure that construction projects are completed on time, on budget, at an acceptable quality level, and in a safe manner.
• Ensures WYDOT standards are being met.
• Prepares daily and weekly reports.
• Reviews proposed plans, reports, and data for details, accuracy, completeness, and changes as required.
• Analyze designs and field verify that the design matches existing conditions.
• Calculates project quantities, including land area, earth movement, bill of material, and cost estimates, and verifies cost reports.
• Prepares horizontal and vertical alignment calculations from preliminary survey data.
• Resolves geometric and trigonometric problems encountered.
• Annotates aerial photographs, takes measurements, field verifies utilizing survey level, and calculates from photographs.
• Prepares preliminary designs and makes recommendations for construction projects; develops detailed plans.
• Oversees moderate to major construction projects by documenting pay quantities, directing subordinates work schedules, and working with contractors for quality control.
• Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
• Responsible for all field survey work.
• Trains subordinate personnel in proper procedures and methods of inspection, surveying, and documentation.
• Communicates internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of surveying and engineering drawing calculations.
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of highway engineering and roadway planning, construction, and design.
• Knowledge of computer software used in the design and calculation of project information.
• Knowledge in the operation of Trimble Geodometer and GPS equipment.
• Skills in surveying, material testing, documentation, computer, and calculator operation.
• Skills in critical thinking and complex problem-solving.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making.
• Skills in material testing, including soils and aggregate, concrete, and asphalt.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and project documentation and ensure contractors adhere to appropriate documentation throughout projects.
• Knowledge of WYDOT policies, procedures, and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.
• Knowledge of Standard Plans and their application of them on a site-specific basis. Knowledge of Geopak and Micro-station.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to work in all weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in close proximity to heavy equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• Travel is required.

• Weekend work is required.

• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

• Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.

• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.

• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.

• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.

• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Construction

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(TNCF08) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Construction and Field Survey? Experience definition: (This experience includes, the following: Surveying, engineering testing, and/or engineering analysis, testing of aggregates, oil & water content Testing of embankment & road compaction, test plant mix density, survey instruments, use of surveying software, hardware, and firmware including Leica Geomatics Office (LGO) and Trimble Geomatics Office (TGO) software, spreadsheet applications, ASCII text files, MicroStation CADD files, and Geopak Survey software. WYDOTs Survey Manual and the Electronic Collection and Transfer of Survey Data manual.)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One(1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resourses Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

07

(AA) If you anwsered Other, please tell us where.

08

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

10

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm