• Land Surveyor - Hyperscale Data Center

    Actalent (Ellendale, ND)


    Description

    Land Surveyor — Electrical Contractor (Mission‑Critical)

    Position Summary

    Be the precision backbone for an electrical scope that must hit millimeter accuracy. As the Land Surveyor embedded with an electrical contractor on a hyperscale campus, you’ll own control networks, layout, and as‑built verification for duct banks, manholes, vaults, equipment pads, grounding grids, MV/LV feeders, and critical penetrations—ensuring installations match design and commissioning timelines without rework.

    Responsibilities

    + Control & Layout: Establish/maintain primary and secondary control; stake and verify alignment/elevation for underground and above‑grade electrical work (duct banks, pad‑mounted gear, generator/UPS pads, busway supports).

    + Interface Coordination: Tie electrical layout to civil/structural controls; validate embeds, sleeves, and penetrations before pours; coordinate with GC survey teams and MEP/BIM coordination.

    + As‑Built & QA/QC: Perform field checks and produce redlines/as‑built records; reconcile deviations and document conformance for turnover packages.

    + Data & Documentation: Collect GNSS/RTK/total station data; manage uploads into CAD/Civil 3D or equivalent; maintain stake sheets, control reports, and layout logs.

    + Issue Resolution: Support RFIs, site walks, and troubleshooting with project engineers, foremen, and subcontractors; assist with material takeoffs that depend on verified quantities.

    + Equipment Readiness: Calibrate and maintain instruments, batteries, and accessories; keep survey vehicles stocked and site‑ready.

    + Safety & Compliance: Follow all site safety protocols and traffic plans; align field work with electrical and utility standards.

    Qualifications

    + 3–7+ years of land/construction surveying on large commercial/industrial projects; mission‑critical or data center experience preferred.

    + Proficiency with total stations, GNSS/RTK workflows, and control adjustments; Civil 3D (or similar) and Bluebeam for documentation.

    + Strong knowledge of construction tolerances and interfaces affecting electrical installations; familiarity with NEC/utility standards is a plus.

    + Ability to interpret IFC/shop drawings and compute coordinates for precise layout.

    + SIT/LS licensure or ability to work under a licensed surveyor preferred.

     

    Work Environment

     

    + Field‑based role on an active hyperscale campus; fast‑paced schedule with close coordination across civil, structural, and electrical teams.

     

    Why Join Us

     

    + Own the accuracy that keeps energization and commissioning on track.

    + Work at the intersection of surveying, BIM‑enabled coordination, and mission‑critical delivery.

    + Advance within a high‑demand specialty where precision and performance are recognized.

     

    Campus by the Numbers (Anonymized)

     

    + 100 MW of critical IT load live (first building)—commissioned in two 50 MW phases

    + Campus capacity: 400 MW planned at full build-out

    + Leased under a ~$11 billion, 15‑year agreement—initially 250 MW, later expanded to full capacity

    + Ultra-efficient design with liquid cooling, near-zero water usage, and projected $2.7 billion in lifecycle cost savings over 30 years

    + On a record pace—first 50 MW operational in late October, second phase shortly thereafter

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ellendale, ND.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Ellendale,ND.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 25, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.