Michael Kenyon
Bellarthur
Summary
Dynamic surveying professional with extensive experience, excelling in boundary and topographic surveys. Proficient in Trimble robotic instruments and GPS technology, I lead teams to deliver precise results while ensuring site safety and adherence to construction quality standards. Committed to achieving project goals efficiently and effectively.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-Employed Contractor
Self-Employed Contractor (Subcontracted to James Edwards Land Surveying)
Bell Arthur
04.2022 - 01.2026
- Perform boundary, topographic, and GPS control surveys.
- Execute construction staking, layout, and elevation certificates.
Crew Chief
Surveying Solutions PC
Youngsville
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Led residential and commercial surveys, including as-built and construction staking.
- Managed boundary and topographic survey projects.
Self-Employed Subcontractor
Town of Southeast
Southeast
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed as-built and ALTA surveys.
- Managed construction staking on a subcontracting level.
Crew Chief
Fleming Engineering, Inc.
Greensboro
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Responsible for construction staking and boundary surveys.
Crew Chief Supervisor
ESP Associates, P.A.
Raleigh
04.2015 - 09.2019
- Supervised DOT pre-construction surveying and SUE mapping.
- Utilized Trimble robotic instruments, GPS, and TSC3 data collectors.
Field Tech
FDH
Raleigh
11.2009 - 04.2012
- Performed surveys for flood and erosion control for bridges in Louisiana.
- Collected data, digital imagery, and soil samples for non-destructive testing on roadway structures.
Crew Chief / Field Engineer
Bostwick, Duke, Harper
Roswell
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Supervised 2 and 3-man crews to ensure timely and accurate job completion.
- Performed field calculations and designed grading/site flow using blueprints and engineering contour sheets.
- Executed site layouts, flood studies, and elevation certificates.
Crew Chief
Highland Engineering
Dunwoody
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Managed cell tower layout, rock quarry surveys, and storm/sanitary sewer as-builts.
- Performed flow check monitoring on sanitary sewers and GPS surveys.
Crew Chief / Field Supervisor
Barrow and Barrow P.A.
Snow Hill
01.1993 - 01.2001
- Promoted from Rodman/Brush Cutter to Crew Chief.
- Researched title chain information and zoning ordinances via public records and tax offices.
- Managed various surveys including mining, cell tower, and large-scale topographic projects.
Education
Liberty University - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
01.2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Trimble Robotic instruments
- GPS control surveys
- GPS
- TSC3 data collectors
- TSC7 data collectors
- Leica Total Stations
- Static GPS
- Topcon Robotic instruments
- Nikon AE5 Level
- TDS Survey Pro
- Carlson
- C&G
- TDS Construction Plus
- ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
- Boundary
- Topographic
- Construction Staking
- SUE Mapping
- DOT Pre-construction
- Elevation Certificates
- Flood Studies
- Blueprint interpretation
- Construction quality standards
- Site safety management
- Construction methods
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US. Note: Professional focus is on field operations and crew management; limited experience with AutoCAD.
Personal Information
Title: Field Tech / Crew Chief
Timeline
Self-Employed Contractor
Self-Employed Contractor (Subcontracted to James Edwards Land Surveying)
04.2022 - 01.2026
Crew Chief
Surveying Solutions PC
09.2021 - 04.2022
Self-Employed Subcontractor
Town of Southeast
04.2020 - 09.2021
Crew Chief
Fleming Engineering, Inc.
09.2019 - 04.2020
Crew Chief Supervisor
ESP Associates, P.A.
04.2015 - 09.2019
Field Tech
FDH
11.2009 - 04.2012
Crew Chief / Field Engineer
Bostwick, Duke, Harper
01.2004 - 01.2009
Crew Chief
Highland Engineering
01.2001 - 01.2004
Crew Chief / Field Supervisor
Barrow and Barrow P.A.
01.1993 - 01.2001
Liberty University - Biblical Studies
Liberty University