Construction Layout Technician

Location: Richmond, VA

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional overtime

Employment Type: Full time

About the Role

Recruiting for a Construction Layout Technician to support commercial mechanical, electrical, and piping projects. This field-based position uses robotic total stations and GNSS receivers to transfer points from drawings and models onto active construction sites. The role supports accurate MEP installation, field verification, as built documentation, and the continued use of construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform point layout using robotic total stations and GNSS receivers
• Mark jobsite locations for underground MEP services
• Lay out anchors, sleeves, piping, ductwork, equipment, and related MEP components
• Verify installed mechanical, electrical, and piping systems
• Compare field conditions to contract drawings, shop drawings, and 3D models
• Maintain and upload CSV files containing staked points for quality control and as built requirements
• Update marked up PDFs showing installed ductwork, piping, equipment, and other MEP systems
• Upload documentation to Dropbox for use with Liquid Cloud and Power BI
• Work with MEP foremen, field crews, project teams, and the QA/QC Construction Technology Manager
• Learn and support new construction technology that may improve MEP field operations
• Follow all company and jobsite safety requirements

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working on a commercial MEP construction site
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, piping, plumbing, HVAC, or ductwork systems
• Experience performing MEP layout, field verification, production verification, or construction surveying
• Experience using robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, or similar layout equipment
• Ability to read contract drawings, shop drawings, blueprints, and 3D MEP models
• Experience with construction software such as Bluebeam, FieldLink, HCL, or similar programs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital field documentation
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data analysis skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman’s license is a plus

Preferred Backgrounds

• Candidates with experience as an MEP Foreman, Mechanical Foreman, Electrical Foreman, Plumbing Foreman, HVAC Foreman, Sheet Metal Foreman, Piping Foreman, MEP Field Engineer, MEP Field Technician, VDC Field Technician, BIM Field Technician, or Total Station Operator are encouraged to apply.
• Foreman candidates should have experience reading drawings, coordinating MEP crews, verifying installations, or performing field layout

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Company truck provided
• Gas card provided
• Company issued equipment and tools
• Cell phone benefits
• Overtime opportunities available

Be part of a company grounded in full service MEP contractor with decades of industry experience. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern construction technology, support commercial MEP projects, and continue developing your field and technical skills