Survey & Layout Manager

About Us
J. Benton Construction, LLC is more than a construction company—we are a team of builders committed to delivering exceptional project experiences while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our mission is to be recognized as one of the leading construction companies in the Caribbean through an unwavering focus on customer service, quality, and continuous improvement.
Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors. This collaboration allows us to leverage shared expertise, complementary strengths, and national-level resources to deliver best-in-class projects throughout the region.
We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home and to build projects that make a lasting impact on our community—while offering our employees meaningful careers with opportunities to grow.
Position Description
The Survey & Layout Manager leads J. Benton Construction’s enterprise-wide survey and layout program across all active projects. This role establishes standards, manages field personnel and equipment, ensures quality control, and integrates layout strategy into project planning and layout activities execution.
Serving as the technical authority for all field layout and surveying activities, this position partners closely with field operations, project management, self-perform teams, and external stakeholders to support safe, accurate, and efficient project delivery.
This position is a regional position and will require inter-island travel.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage JBC’s survey and layout program, including staffing, training, performance management, and professional development
Establish, maintain, and enforce company-wide layout standards, procedures, and quality control protocols
Review project drawings, specifications, schedules, and scope requirements to develop project-specific survey and layout plans.
Plan and allocate layout resources across projects and islands to support schedules, scope, and complexity
Serve as the technical authority for construction layout and surveying, providing guidance and oversight to field teams
Review and verify control networks, benchmarks, and layout prior to major construction activities
Oversee layout for complex scopes including foundations, structures, MEP, architectural control, and civil work
Coordinate with project management, field supervision, designers, external surveyors, and trade partners to resolve dimensional conflicts
Support constructability reviews, RFIs, and sequencing strategies related to layout and site logistics
Manage layout and survey equipment, including calibration, maintenance, and upgrades
Ensure all survey and layout operations comply with company safety standards and OSHA requirements
Essential Skills & Competencies
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or construction layout software
Proficiency in the preparation, verification, and management of digital layout files and field data.
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Excellent organizational, planning, and resource management skills
Advanced technical expertise in construction surveying and layout
Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Required Qualifications
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in construction survey, layout, or field engineering
Demonstrated experience leading or supervising layout or survey teams
Advanced proficiency with total stations, GPS, and laser layout systems
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, tolerances, and control systems
OSHA 10 or ability to obtain within a required timeline
Preferred Experience (includes, but is not limited to):
Licensed Professional Surveyor, current or previous
FAA 107 Drone Operations
OSHA 30
Physical and Work Environment Requirements:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
Ability to work outdoors in varying tropical weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sun exposure
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods
Ability to navigate active construction sites with changing ground conditions and elevations
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely use ladders, scaffolding, and other access equipment as required
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary for this position is one component of J. Benton Construction’s total compensation package. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s skills, experience, education, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.
J. Benton Construction offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
Company-paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays (12)
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Equal Opportunity Employer
J. Benton Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against applicants or employees for discussing pay and provide reasonable accommodations as required.

Employment type
Salaried

Work arrangement
No