Field Surveyor - Civil Construction

• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports in order to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
  


• Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
  


• Record the results of surveys, including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions.
  


• Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
  


• Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
  


• Coordinate findings with the work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
  


• Adjust surveying instruments in order to maintain their accuracy.
  


• Establish fixed points for use in making maps, using geodetic and engineering instruments.
  


• Train assistants and helpers, and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.
  


• Analyze survey objectives and specifications in order to prepare survey proposals or to direct others in survey proposal preparation.
  


• Develop criteria for survey methods and procedures.
  


• Survey bodies of water in order to determine navigable channels and to secure data for construction of breakwaters, piers, and other marine structures.
  


• Direct aerial surveys of specified geographical areas.
  


• Determine specifications for photographic equipment to be used for aerial photography, as well as altitudes from which to photograph terrain.
  

Requirements

• Completion of post-secondary studies or applicable training.
  


• 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience in a similar position.
  


• Good knowledge of Job Site Health and Safety rules and regulations.
  


• Knowledge of MS Office Suite, MS Project and AutoCAD.
  


• Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required.
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  


• Excellent communication skills.
  


• Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize work.
  


• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
  


• Result-driven and quality-oriented.
  


• Team player.
  

Benefits

• Relocation assistance provided, if required; 
  


• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
  


• Employee Corporate Clothing Program
  


• Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
  


• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
  


• 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
  


• Training and development programs;
  


• Employee assistance program;
  


• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
  


• Diverse, innovative, and stimulating environment;
  


• A company built on values of respect; integrity, and a job well done;
  


• Firm recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.