Land Surveyor

KN International Architects and Engineers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KN International Architects and Engineers LLC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support construction projects across Abu Dhabi. The role involves conducting land and construction surveys to determine accurate positions, levels, boundaries, and dimensions required for project execution.

The Surveyor will set out works, verify site conditions, and provide precise survey data for civil and infrastructure teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Land Surveyor in construction projects.
• Strong experience in UAE construction projects preferred.
• Proficiency with total station, GPS, leveling instruments, and survey software.
• Good understanding of UAE standards and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land and construction surveys to determine precise locations, elevations, lines, areas, and contours.
• Carry out setting-out works for buildings, roads, utilities and infrastructure.
• Operate surveying instruments including total station, GPS, leveling instruments and data collectors.
• Establish and verify site control points, benchmarks and reference grids.
• Review survey data including distances, angles, coordinates and elevations.
• Prepare survey reports, sketches and as-built drawings for documentation.
• Coordinate with site engineers, consultants and contractors to resolve survey-related issues.
• Ensure all survey works comply with UAE construction standards and approved drawings.

Skills

Surveying accuracy

Independent worker

Coordination with teams

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Land Surveying diploma

Tools

Total station

GPS equipment

Leveling instruments

Survey software

AutoCAD

Job description

KN International Architects and Engineers LLC | Full time

Land Surveyor

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

KN International is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support construction projects across Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role involves conducting land and construction surveys to determine accurate positions, levels, boundaries, and dimensions required for project execution. The ideal candidate will ensure all survey works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, and UAE authority standards.

The Surveyor will play a key role in setting out works, verifying site conditions, and supporting construction teams with accurate survey data for civil and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct land and construction surveys to determine precise locations, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction activities.
• Carry out setting-out works for buildings, roads, utilities, and infrastructure projects.
• Operate and manage surveying instruments including total station, GPS, level machines, and data collectors.
• Establish and verify site control points, benchmarks, and reference grids.
• Review and verify survey data including distances, angles, coordinates, and elevations.
• Perform topographic, boundary, and as-built surveys as required by the project.
• Prepare survey reports, sketches, and as-built drawings for documentation and submission.
• Maintain accurate records of all survey activities and ensure data integrity.
• Coordinate with site engineers, consultants, and contractors to resolve survey-related issues.
• Ensure all survey works comply with UAE construction standards and approved project drawings.
• Verify site levels and coordinates prior to and during construction activities.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies between design drawings and actual site conditions.
• Support QA/QC and construction teams in maintaining accuracy of site execution.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Land Surveyor in construction projects.
• Strong experience in UAE construction projects is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in total station, GPS equipment, leveling instruments, and survey software.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and survey data processing tools.
• Good understanding of UAE construction standards and site procedures.
• Ability to interpret drawings, coordinates, and technical specifications accurately.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in coordination with site teams.