Surveyor
Job Description Template

Job Overview 

We are looking for a detail-oriented Surveyor to join our team. You should have excellent analytical skills and the ability to conduct property/land surveys with complete accuracy. Besides, you should use mathematical calculations to confirm the survey measurements.  

You should be able to coordinate with Site Supervisors and Construction Project Managers to schedule site surveys. Also, you should research and implement various surveying methods. Your computer skills and knowledge of CAD software will be helpful in maintaining online records of the survey results.  

As a Surveyor, you should be willing to travel to different construction sites and work at flexible hours. Moreover, you should be able to communicate and explain the survey results to the clients. You should hold a valid PS license and be familiar with various terminologies used in this area of work. 

Send in your application right away if you can fulfill the job requirements. We would love to hear from you.  

Responsibilities 

• Conducting surveys on various construction sites and properties 

• Researching and implementing new survey procedures and methods 

• Crosschecking past survey records to determine data accuracy 

• Measuring properties and construction sites using various equipment and tools like Cosmolabe, Alidade, and Geodimeter 

• Developing site sketches and maps 

• Ensuring that all surveying instruments are maintained and remain in working order 

• Preparing and presenting reports on survey findings 

• Coordinating with Construction Project Managers and Architects on a regular basis 

• Updating and maintaining an online record of the survey results 

• Using GIS devices to measure property boundaries 

• Confirming survey measurements using mathematical calculations 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field 

• Having cleared NCEES, FS, or PS examination 

• Holding a valid PS license 

• Atleast 3 years of experience as a Surveyor or Land Surveyor in the Construction industry 

• Complete knowledge of GPS and GIS 

• Understanding of CAD software like TinkerCAD, Creo, and Solidworks 

• Familiarity with surveying tools and instruments like compasses, clinometers, and magnetic locators 

• Strong mathematical skills 

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Good computer skills 

• Ability to work at flexible hours and in extreme weather conditions 

• Having an eye for detail 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills