Colter Caton
Aurora,CO
Summary
Construction Surveyor and CAD technician with experience in the field and office, excelling in survey data analysis and 3D modeling. Proven ability to manage multiple projects while collaborating effectively with project managers and engineers. Strong attention to detail and proficient in AutoCAD and Trimble Technologies, ensuring precise construction layouts and topographic mapping.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Surveyor
HEI Civil
Denver, CO
06.2020 - Current
- Monitored the progress of construction projects to ensure the accuracy of survey data.
- Maintained accurate records throughout the duration of each project.
- Construction layout, sub-grade prep, and over-excavation modeling.
- Sub-grade prep
- Utilized a variety of surveying instruments, such as total stations, levels, drones, and GPS systems.
- Established and verified control networks.
- Performed topographic mapping of sites prior to construction.
- Calculated area, and volumes from data collected in-field.
- Exported collected data into other formats such as: DXF, DWG, SVD, SVL, XML TTM.
- Modified existing CAD drawings to reflect design changes or updates.
- Utilized software programs such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Agtek, and Trimble Business Center to create accurate 2D and 3D drawings.
- Created 3D models for machine control application, over-excavation modeling.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and customers to quickly resolve planning and construction issues on many projects.
- Managed multiple projects at one time as lead surveyor and CAD technician
Construction Surveyor
Scott Contracting, Inc.
Centennial, CO
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Worked with the foreman for construction layout needs.
- Performed topographic surveys on all over-excavated areas.
- Operated equipment.
- Assisted in establishing points, lines, grades, and elevations on construction sites.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
Education
High School Equivalence -
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO06-2017
Skills
- Construction layout
- Equipment Operation (Skid, Loader, Scraper, Dozer, Motor Grader)
- Topographic mapping
- Field data collection
- Drone Pilot
- Part 107
- Control networks
- Trimble Technologies
- Machine Control Diagnosing
- Survey data analysis
- 3D modeling, Machine Control Modeling
- Roadway design
- AutoCAD, Agtek, Civil3D,Trimble Business Center
- Propeller Aero
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Surveyor
HEI Civil
06.2020 - Current
Construction Surveyor
Scott Contracting, Inc.
01.2018 - 06.2020
High School Equivalence -
Community College of Denver
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