Heavy Civil 3D Modeler

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience the company specializes in highways bridges aggregates and large-scale infrastructure projects supported by in-house capabilities in drilling blasting crushing asphalt and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company visit our website at

POSITION SCOPE

Fisher Industries is seeking a motivated and driven Heavy Civil 3D Modeler / Machine Control Specialist to join our Operations team in Tempe Arizona. This role supports heavy civil construction projects by developing accurate 3D models grading surfaces roadway corridors and GPS machine control files. This is not a basic drafting position-this role plays a critical part in converting plans survey data and field information into models that directly support project execution.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn willing to travel able to work extended hours when needed and capable of supporting demanding projects in a fast-paced field-driven environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Build 3D models for heavy civil projects including roadway grading site pad haul road access road and drainage surfaces
• Create and manage existing ground surfaces using survey data drone data LiDAR point clouds topo files and CAD data
• Develop proposed surfaces from plans alignments profiles cross sections contours and grading details
• Build and maintain GPS machine control models for Trimble-based equipment and systems
• Export organize and troubleshoot models for use by field crews and project teams
• Support Operations with constructability reviews grading concepts haul routes and access planning
• Assist with roadway corridor modeling including alignments profiles templates and tie-ins to existing ground
• Review plans and models for inconsistencies such as topo errors drainage conflicts and constructability issues
• Support estimating and project teams with earthwork quantities and model-based takeoffs
• Assist with proposal graphics 3D visuals and conceptual exhibits
• Maintain organized files revisions and model documentation
• Collaborate with project managers superintendents survey crews and operators to ensure models are field-ready
• Learn and apply Fishers modeling workflows standards and file organization practices

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with heavy civil construction civil drafting survey grading 3D modeling or construction technology
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans grading plans roadway plans profiles and specifications
• Basic understanding of earthwork slopes drainage and construction tolerances
• Experience working with CAD files PDFs survey data and topographic surfaces
• Strong computer skills with willingness to learn multiple modeling platforms
• High attention to detail and accountability for accuracy
• Strong communication skills with both office and field personnel
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed
• Experience with Trimble Business Center and Trimble machine control systems
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and/or AGTEK
• Experience building machine control models for heavy civil equipment
• Experience with roadway corridor modeling site grading and mass earthwork
• Experience with drone data LiDAR point clouds and as-built comparisons
• Familiarity with survey control coordinate systems and GPS workflows
• Experience supporting field operations estimating or project management teams

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.

If you require an accommodation with applying please email or call the HR Department at to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.