Land Surveyor - Building and Civil Construction Projects

Azizi Development UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardinia Contracting is hiring a Land Surveyor for Dubai-based construction projects. You will conduct land and site surveys, measure boundaries, elevations and contours, and support setting-out with precise coordinates for ongoing civil and building works.

The role requires use of surveying instruments, accurate data recording and thorough documentation. On-site work in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a focus on construction accuracy and project support.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics or a related field.
• Certification or vocational training in surveying is also preferred as an alternative qualification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land and construction site surveys using surveying instruments.
• Measure and record property boundaries and site dimensions.
• Calculate site elevations, shapes and contours.
• Carry out setting-out and level verification for civil/building works.
• Prepare survey sketches and reports documenting field measurements.

Skills

Land surveying

Site measurements

Setting-out

Measurement precision

Education

Diploma or degree in Surveying

Civil Engineering or Geomatics related

Tools

Surveying instruments

Job description

Land Surveyor - Building and Civil Construction Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Land Surveyor - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Surveying - Experience: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview Gardinia Contracting, the integrated construction company supporting Azizi Developments, is seeking a Land Surveyor to carry out surveying, site measurement, setting-out and level verification activities for construction projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will use specialized surveying instruments to measure land boundaries, establish site coordinates, calculate elevations and contours, and provide accurate surveying information to support civil and building construction activities.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Surveying
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Land Surveying and Site Measurements

• Conduct land and construction site surveys using appropriate surveying instruments.
• Measure and record property boundaries and site dimensions.
• Calculate site elevations, shapes, contours and other relevant measurements.
• Perform surveying activities required for public, government and private development projects.
• Collect accurate field measurements and maintain supporting survey records.
• Verify surveying data and calculations before reporting results.
• Ensure the accuracy of site coordinates and levels.
• Support construction activities through reliable surveying information.

Construction Setting-Out and Level Control

• Establish and verify site demarcation points.
• Identify and maintain the required zero-level reference for construction activities.
• Locate and verify municipality benchmark markers.
• Establish and check gate levels in accordance with project requirements.
• Determine and verify excavation levels.
• Carry out surveying activities required throughout the construction stage.
• Ensure construction reference points, coordinates and elevations are accurately established.
• Maintain responsibility for the accuracy of surveying levels and coordinates.

Survey Drawings and Documentation

• Prepare and maintain survey sketches and drawings.
• Record the results of site surveys and field measurements.
• Prepare reports describing surveyed land and site conditions.
• Maintain documentation relating to legal descriptions of surveyed property boundaries.
• Record relevant measurements, calculations and reference points.
• Review survey information for accuracy and completeness.
• Organize survey records for future reference and verification.
• Ensure surveying documentation reflects actual field measurements.

Property Boundary Verification

• Measure and identify property boundaries using appropriate surveying techniques.
• Prepare written descriptions of surveyed boundaries.
• Apply relevant land surveying principles when establishing boundary information.
• Verify boundary measurements against available survey data.
• Identify discrepancies in measurements and calculations.
• Maintain accurate records of boundary-related survey findings.
• Consider applicable boundary regulations and legal requirements during surveying activities.

Survey Equipment and Field Operations

• Operate surveying instruments required for site measurement and setting-out activities.
• Select suitable surveying equipment for assigned field tasks.
• Carry out measurements of distances, elevations and coordinates.
• Verify field data collected through surveying instruments.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in surveying operations.
• Apply appropriate surveying techniques to complex site measurement requirements.
• Support reliable field data collection throughout construction activities.

Survey Data Verification and Accuracy

• Review survey measurements and calculations for accuracy.
• Verify coordinate and elevation information.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in collected survey data.
• Maintain accurate reference levels and site measurement records.
• Check survey results before preparing final documentation.
• Apply strong attention to detail during field measurements and data recording.
• Support construction accuracy through consistent surveying and verification practices.

Regulatory and Technical Compliance

• Apply relevant land surveying principles, including geodesy and cartography.
• Maintain awareness of boundary law requirements affecting land surveys.
• Follow applicable local regulations relating to surveying activities.
• Consider relevant building codes when carrying out construction surveys.
• Ensure surveying work is performed in accordance with applicable project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records supporting surveying compliance and verification.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics or a related field.
• Certification or vocational training in surveying is also preferred as an alternative qualification.

Professional Experience

• Relevant practical knowledge of land surveying and construction site measurement activities.
• Familiarity with surveying instruments and field measurement procedures.
• Understanding of property boundary identification and site level verification.
• Knowledge of surveying requirements during civil and building construction.
• No specific minimum number of years of experience has been stated.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Land Surveying

• Land measurement and property boundary identification.
• Site dimensions, elevations and contour calculations.
• Construction setting-out and reference point establishment.
• Survey coordinate and level verification.
• Site demarcation and benchmark identification.
• Excavation and gate level measurement.
• Survey data recording and calculation verification.

Surveying Principles

• Basic understanding of geodesy.
• Knowledge of cartography.
• Understanding of property boundary law.
• Awareness of local surveying regulations.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes.
• Ability to prepare survey sketches, drawings and reports.

Surveying Instruments

• Proficiency in operating surveying instruments.
• Accurate collection of field measurements.
• Verification of surveying calculations.
• Ability to use appropriate equipment for site surveying activities.
• Strong attention to measurement precision and data reliability.

Professional Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong numerical and measurement verification skills.
• Practical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to address complex land surveying issues.
• Good organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work independently when required.
• Effective collaboration within construction project teams.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate survey levels, coordinates and documentation.

About Gardinia Contracting and Azizi Developments

Gardinia Contracting is an integrated construction company supporting Azizi Developments, a Dubai-based private real estate developer. The company 's construction operations cover civil works, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), interior fit-outs, landscaping and swimming pool construction. Gardinia Contracting supports major developments including Burj Azizi and the Azizi Venice master community in Dubai South, alongside residential, commercial and hospitality projects. The Land Surveyor will contribute to these construction operations by providing accurate site measurements, establishing construction reference levels and maintaining reliable surveying records to support project execution.