Land Surveyor - Bridge and Infrastructure Projects

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai seeks a Land Surveyor for bridge and infrastructure projects. You will conduct field surveys, perform geodetic calculations, check setting-out, and maintain accurate survey records to support construction.

The role requires eight years of professional experience, proficiency with total stations, GPS, CAD, and surveying software, and strong coordination with contractors and site engineers.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Land Surveying or equivalent.
• Minimum eight years of professional experience in bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Practical knowledge of construction surveying and field measurement procedures.
• Ability to perform geodetic calculations and setting-out verification.
• Knowledge of CAD and surveying software; familiarity with total stations, GPS, and data collectors.

Responsibilities

• Field surveying and measurement for bridge and infrastructure construction activities.
• Perform geodetic calculations and setting-out verification.
• Review drawings and technical documentation before fieldwork.
• Supervise surveying operations and coordinate with crew, contractors and site engineers.
• Maintain survey records and sketches; assist with as-built drawings.

Skills

Field surveying

Geodetic calculations

Reading drawings

English communication

Team coordination

Education

Diploma/Associate Degree in Land Surveying

Tools

CAD applications

Surveying software

Total Station

GPS equipment

Electronic data collectors

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Land Surveyor - Bridge and Infrastructure Projects

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Surveying

Experience: Minimum 8 years

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview: Parsons Corporation is hiring a Land Surveyor - Bridge and Infrastructure Projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for a field surveying and construction verification opportunity within the Civil Engineering industry. The position involves conducting land surveys, performing geodetic calculations, checking construction setting-Out, and maintaining accurate surveying records for bridge and infrastructure works. The successful candidate will work as part of a surveying crew, coordinating with contractors, client representatives, and site engineering personnel to ensure that field measurements support construction requirements. Applicants must have at least eight years of relevant experience in bridge and infrastructure projects. Previous UAE experience with an engineering consultancy is preferred.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Surveying

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Role Context

The Land Surveyor will undertake and supervise assigned field surveying activities, ensuring that measurements, setting-Out information, and site levels are accurately checked against engineering drawings. The position requires practical surveying expertise, effective coordination with construction teams, and careful management of technical records. Surveying activities must be completed within established project schedules, allocated man-hours, and cost budgets while observing construction site safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Field Surveying and Measurement

• Conduct land and field surveys for bridge and infrastructure construction activities.
• Perform geodetic calculations required for surveying assignments.
• Review engineering drawings and relevant technical documentation before commencing fieldwork.
• Supervise assigned surveying operations and coordinate activities with survey crew members.
• Verify construction setting-Out positions and site levels.
• Prepare sketches and calculations supporting field surveying activities.
• Measure completed construction works when required.
• Identify discrepancies between field measurements and approved engineering information.
• Communicate surveying observations to relevant construction and engineering personnel.

Construction Setting-Out and Level Verification

• Check setting-Out information against approved construction drawings.
• Verify levels and measurement references required for construction activities.
• Review field conditions affecting survey accuracy.
• Coordinate with contractors to clarify surveying and measurement requirements.
• Support construction teams in resolving setting-Out discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of verified survey information.

Existing Services and Utility Protection

• Check the locations of existing services within assigned construction areas.
• Review available utility location information against site conditions.
• Identify potential conflicts involving existing services and proposed construction works.
• Coordinate with relevant site personnel to support the protection of existing utilities.
• Report service location discrepancies to the appropriate engineering representatives.

Survey Documentation and Engineering Records

• Maintain survey field books containing measurements and observations.
• Prepare and organize surveying sketches and supporting calculations.
• Record completed surveying activities and relevant technical findings.
• Preserve survey information required for engineering review.
• Assist with the preparation of as-built drawings.
• Coordinate with engineering teams regarding survey measurements required for construction records.
• Maintain clear and accessible documentation throughout assigned surveying activities.

Client and Contractor Coordination

• Liaise with client representatives to determine surveying requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors to verify project measurement needs.
• Communicate field surveying information to engineering and construction teams.
• Support resolution of survey-related technical queries.
• Organize field surveying activities around construction schedules.
• Maintain professional communication with contractors, survey crews, and site engineers.

Survey Planning and Resource Management

• Complete assigned surveying requirements within project schedules.
• Monitor surveying activities against allocated man-hour and cost budgets.
• Coordinate fieldwork to support efficient use of surveying resources.
• Identify potential delays affecting assigned surveying activities.
• Communicate scheduling concerns to the appropriate project personnel.
• Support timely completion of construction measurement requirements.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Observe applicable construction site safety procedures.
• Follow safe working practices during field surveying operations.
• Participate in health and safety activities as directed by the Resident Engineer and project Safety Representative.
• Maintain awareness of hazards associated with active construction areas.
• Coordinate with site personnel to ensure surveying activities are conducted safely.
• Demonstrate consistent commitment to project safety requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Land Surveying or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum eight years of professional experience in bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Practical knowledge of construction surveying and field measurement procedures.
• Ability to perform geodetic calculations and setting-Out verification.
• Knowledge or experience using CAD applications and surveying software.
• Familiarity with total stations, electronic data collectors, and GPS surveying equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience preparing survey sketches and maintaining field records.
• Good written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Ability to attend in-person interviews.

Preferred Professional Experience

Previous experience working in the United Arab Emirates is desirable, particularly with an engineering consultancy supervising bridge or infrastructure construction projects. Candidates with experience coordinating surveying activities with contractors and engineering supervision teams will be well suited to the position.

Technical Skills and Surveying Equipment

• Total Station Surveying Practical knowledge of total station equipment for field measurements, construction setting-Out, and position verification.
• GPS Surveying Familiarity with GPS equipment and its application to land surveying and construction measurement activities.
• Electronic Data Collectors Experience using surveying data collectors to record and organize field measurements.
• CAD and Surveying Software Working knowledge of CAD applications and survey software used to review technical drawings and support survey documentation.
• Geodetic Calculations Ability to perform calculations required for field surveying and construction measurement verification.
• Engineering Drawing Interpretation Competence in reviewing construction drawings and identifying relevant survey requirements.
• Field Documentation Experience maintaining survey field books, sketches, calculations, and measurement records.
• As-Built Drawing Support Ability to assist engineering personnel in preparing as-built drawings using verified field survey information.

Project Contribution

The Land Surveyor will support construction accuracy by providing reliable field measurements, verifying setting-Out information, and maintaining organized surveying documentation. Through regular coordination with contractors and engineering personnel, the successful candidate will help identify discrepancies affecting construction measurements and support timely resolution of surveying requirements. The role also contributes to project efficiency by completing field assignments within agreed schedules and resource allocations.

Professional Opportunities

This position provides practical involvement in bridge and infrastructure construction surveying activities in Dubai. The successful candidate will work with engineering supervision teams and contractors while applying surveying expertise to construction verification, field coordination, and technical documentation.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, infrastructure, and construction management services across transportation and major civil development projects. Its multidisciplinary teams support construction supervision, technical coordination, surveying activities, and infrastructure project delivery.