Land Surveyor - Building Construction

Land Surveyor
- Building Construction Job Snapshot
- Role:
Land Surveyor

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Construction
- Function:
Surveying

- Experience:

Minimum 8 years of professional land surveying experience in building construction projects
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to join its Buildings and Places construction team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position involves conducting accurate land surveys, site measurements, construction layout verification, and mapping activities to support building construction projects. The Land Surveyor will use advanced surveying equipment, including total stations, theodolites, GPS/GNSS systems, and laser levels, to collect and analyse site measurements, establish survey control points, and verify construction positioning against approved project requirements.

Working closely with architects, engineers, and construction teams, the successful candidate will prepare survey reports, maintain accurate site records, and ensure surveying activities comply with applicable UAE building codes, regulations, and industry standards.

• Country:
  United Arab Emirates
• City:
  Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Construction
• Function:
  Surveying
• Salary:
  Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality:
  Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement:
  On-site

• Land Surveying and Site Measurements
  • Conduct comprehensive land surveys and site measurements for building construction projects.
  • Operate surveying equipment, including theodolites, total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, and laser levels.
  • Collect accurate field measurements to support construction planning and site development.
  • Establish and verify survey reference points, control points, and coordinate systems.
  • Perform elevation measurements and determine relevant site boundaries.
  • Verify construction positioning and site layout measurements against approved project requirements.
  • Maintain measurement accuracy throughout surveying operations.
• Survey Data Collection and Analysis
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret surveying data obtained from construction sites.
  • Process field measurements to prepare accurate survey information and site mapping records.
  • Evaluate site elevations, boundary information, and construction positioning requirements.
  • Identify discrepancies in survey measurements and investigate potential causes.
  • Verify the accuracy and consistency of collected survey data before its use in construction activities.
  • Maintain organized digital and field records of surveying information.
• Construction Layout and Positioning
  • Establish survey control points and coordinate systems for construction site layouts.
  • Verify the positioning and alignment of construction works against approved plans.
  • Support accurate site preparation through field measurements and layout verification.
  • Review construction drawings and blueprints to determine surveying requirements.
  • Identify potential site challenges affecting construction positioning or alignment.
  • Coordinate with engineering and construction personnel to address surveying discrepancies.
  • Provide accurate survey information to support construction execution.
• Survey Mapping and Technical Documentation
  • Prepare detailed site maps, survey drawings, and technical documentation.
  • Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and specialized surveying applications to process and present survey information.
  • Prepare survey reports documenting site measurements, control points, elevations, and relevant findings.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of field observations and completed surveying activities.
  • Organize digital surveying files and supporting technical information.
  • Ensure surveying documentation is accurate and available for project reference.
• Surveying Equipment Operation and Maintenance
  • Operate total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, theodolites, and laser levels.
  • Use Trimble and Leica surveying systems for relevant field measurement activities.
  • Maintain surveying instruments in appropriate working condition.
  • Perform equipment calibration and accuracy checks as required.
  • Identify equipment-related issues that could affect measurement reliability.
  • Apply appropriate equipment handling and maintenance practices to support consistent surveying accuracy.
• Construction Team Coordination
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to support accurate site preparation.
  • Communicate surveying requirements and technical findings to relevant project…