Chief Surveyor

Reports To : Technical Engineering Manager

Joining Availability : Immediately ( Preferred )

Job Purpose :

To lead, supervise, and coordinate all surveying activities for site infrastructure and civil engineering works, ensuring accurate setting-out, establishment and control of benchmarks, levels, and coordinate systems. The Chief Surveyor is responsible for managing survey teams, verifying survey data, maintaining quality and accuracy standards, and ensuring the integration of survey information with Civil 3D and BIM models to support design compliance, construction accuracy, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead all surveying works across QSP infrastructure packages (roads, utilities, grading, earthworks).
• Supervise and manage survey teams, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with project specifications.
• Establish and control site benchmarks, control points, and coordinate systems in alignment with Qiddiya Authority standards.
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, and as-built surveys for accuracy and completeness.
• Verify geometric layout, horizontal/vertical alignments, and utilities tie-ins to avoid construction errors.
• Ensure calibration, maintenance, and proper use of GPS, Total Stations, Laser Scanning, and digital equipment.
• Prepare and submit survey reports, WIRs, and as-built data for consultant/client approval.
• Liaise with Engineering, QA/QC, BIM, and Construction teams to resolve design discrepancies.
• Provide survey support for NCR closeouts, FCRs, and consultant queries.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Surveying, or Geomatics.
• 8–12 years’ experience in surveying, with at least 3–5 years as Chief/Lead Surveyor on mega infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D, AutoCAD, GIS, and survey data management software.
• Proficiency in GPS, Total Station, Laser Scanning, and other digital surveying tools.
• Familiarity with Saudi MOT standards, AASHTO, and Qiddiya Authority requirements.
• Excellent leadership, reporting, and coordination skills.

Preferred Skills :

• Certification in BIM integration for survey data or advanced Civil 3D applications.
• Ability to mentor junior surveyors and implement modern digital surveying methods (drones, 3D scanning).