Survey & Layout Manager – St. Thomas

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 personnel and equipment, ensures quality control, and integrates layout strategy into project planning and 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

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 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.