Construction and Field Survey Specialist I

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a full-time Construction & Field Survey Specialist I in the historic Western town of Buffalo, Wyoming—a place where rugged landscapes meet endless opportunities for outdoor fun. From snowmobiling and skiing to fishing, camping, and hunting, this is more than just a job; it’s a lifestyle upgrade. In this role, you’ll work under limited supervision to tackle a variety of tasks that contribute to the preliminary designs and construction of highway projects, ensuring a transportation system that’s safe, high-quality, and efficient. Your efforts will directly shape the roads that connect Wyoming’s stunning landscapes and its communities. Buffalo is tucked away between the rolling plains of the Old West and the towering peaks of the Bighorn Mountains and is a small town living at its finest. Nearby outdoor activities are endless: hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, ATV trails, rodeos, and a four-star golf course in the heart of town. Billings, Montana and its amenities are just over a two-hour drive from Buffalo. And Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax! If you’re ready to combine a fulfilling career with an unbeatable lifestyle, apply today and make Sheridan your new home base!

Responsibilities

Performs various tasks, including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs and the construction of highway projects; Responsible for minor construction projects; Observe, monitor, and oversee highway and highway-related construction performed by contractors; Fields test materials, checks work against specifications, and confers with contractors, engineers, and work crews; Review highway design plans to verify existing utilities, determine utility conflicts, and contact utility companies to notify highway projects and confirm utility conflicts; Responsible for project documentation, pay estimates, and final contract documents; Verifies and documents work activities; Regularly monitors and inspects work and calculates the payment of contractors; Maintains crew diaries and logs supporting departmental record-keeping and/or contract administration activities; Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes; Assists in the preparation of recommendations used to design construction projects; Anticipates potential problems before going to contract; Checks preliminary plans for errors and problems; Communicates internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects; Researches land ownership and contacts landowners to secure permission to enter their land to conduct surveys; Prepares and checks documentation to be sent to the district's final office; Oversees minor to more complex construction projects by documenting pay quantities, coordinating the work schedule of subordinates, and working with contractors for quality control; Prepares and updates reports as needed; Assists and supports the District Land Surveyor and the district administrative personnel

Requirements

Valid Driver's License; Defensive Driving; QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt, and Concrete; Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate; WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete; American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification; Knowledge of project coordination and monitoring; Knowledge of construction trades and practices; Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; Knowledge of engineering and computations/formulas; Knowledge of construction inspection, including interpretation of plans and specifications; Knowledge of documentation of project records; Knowledge of communication with supervisors and contractors; Knowledge of working towards a leadership role; Knowledge of material testing; Ability to perform complicated computer calculations; Knowledge of computers and calculators; Knowledge of surveying, surveying methods, equipment, and ability to apply uploading and downloading of survey files; Knowledge of contract time, administration, and contract changes; 2-4 years of progressive work experience typically in Construction and Field Surveying with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Technician OR Associate's Degree plus 0-2 years of progressive work experience typically in Construction and Field Surveying; Must be physically able to bend, stoop, and lift up to fifty pounds, safely lift and move necessary materials, and stand for long periods; Must be available to work Monday through Saturday during the construction season; Occasional overnight travel is required

Nice to have

2 to 4 years of progressive work experience in roadway construction methods, contract administration, survey experience, and material testing

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus; Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; Retirement - Pension and 457B plans; Flexible schedules and work-life balance options; Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities; Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax