Land Surveyor - Building Construction

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to join its Buildings and Places construction team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role involves conducting accurate land surveys, site measurements, and construction layout verification to support building projects.

You will operate total stations, theodolites, GPS/GNSS, and laser levels, preparing survey reports and maintaining records while ensuring compliance with UAE codes and industry standards. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Land Surveying.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in land surveying for building construction projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble and Leica.
• Advanced knowledge of GPS/GNSS surveying technology.
• Experience operating total stations and other surveying instruments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land surveys and site measurements for building projects.
• Operate total stations, theodolites, GPS/GNSS, and laser levels.
• Establish and verify survey references and coordinate systems.
• Prepare survey reports and maintain site records.
• Verify construction positioning against plans.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes and standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Trimble

Leica

GPS/GNSS

Total stations

Theodolite

Laser levels

Education

Diploma or degree in Land Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GPS/GNSS systems

Total station equipment

Leica surveying system

Trimble surveying system

Job description

Land Surveyor - Building Construction Job Snapshot - Role: Land Surveyor - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Surveying - Experience: Minimum 8 years of professional land surveying experience in building construction projects - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to join its Buildings and Places construction team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position involves conducting accurate land surveys, site measurements, construction layout verification, and mapping activities to support building construction projects. The Land Surveyor will use advanced surveying equipment, including total stations, theodolites, GPS/GNSS systems, and laser levels, to collect and analyse site measurements, establish survey control points, and verify construction positioning against approved project requirements. Working closely with architects, engineers, and construction teams, the successful candidate will prepare survey reports, maintain accurate site records, and ensure surveying activities comply with applicable UAE building codes, regulations, and industry standards.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• 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 comprehensive land surveys and site measurements for building construction projects.
  • Operate surveying equipment, including theodolites, total stations, GPS/GNSS systems, and laser levels.
  • Collect accurate field measurements to support construction planning and site development.
  • Establish and verify survey reference points, control points, and coordinate systems.
  • Perform elevation measurements and determine relevant site boundaries.
  • Verify construction positioning and site layout measurements against approved project requirements.
  • Maintain measurement accuracy throughout surveying operations.
• Survey Data Collection and Analysis
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret surveying data obtained from construction sites.
  • Process field measurements to prepare accurate survey information and site mapping records.
  • Evaluate site elevations, boundary information, and construction positioning requirements.
  • Identify discrepancies in survey measurements and investigate potential causes.
  • Verify the accuracy and consistency of collected survey data before its use in construction activities.
  • Maintain organized digital and field records of surveying information.
• Construction Layout and Positioning
  • Establish survey control points and coordinate systems for construction site layouts.
  • Verify the positioning and alignment of construction works against approved plans.
  • Support accurate site preparation through field measurements and layout verification.
  • Review construction drawings and blueprints to determine surveying requirements.
  • Identify potential site challenges affecting construction positioning or alignment.
  • Coordinate with engineering and construction personnel to address surveying discrepancies.
  • Provide accurate survey information to support construction execution.
• Survey Mapping and Technical Documentation
  • Prepare detailed site maps, survey drawings, and technical documentation.
  • Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and specialized surveying applications to process and present survey information.
  • Prepare survey reports documenting site measurements, control points, elevations, and relevant findings.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of field observations and completed surveying activities.
  • Organize digital surveying files and supporting technical information.
  • Ensure surveying documentation is accurate and available for project reference.
• Surveying Equipment Operation and Maintenance
  • Operate total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, theodolites, and laser levels.
  • Use Trimble and Leica surveying systems for relevant field measurement activities.
  • Maintain surveying instruments in appropriate working condition.
  • Perform equipment calibration and accuracy checks as required.
  • Identify equipment-related issues that could affect measurement reliability.
  • Apply appropriate equipment handling and maintenance practices to support consistent surveying accuracy.
• Construction Team Coordination
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to support accurate site preparation.
  • Communicate surveying requirements and technical findings to relevant project personnel.
  • Coordinate field surveying activities with construction schedules and project requirements.
  • Review project drawings and specifications to identify necessary surveying activities.
  • Provide technical surveying information to support engineering and construction decisions.
  • Assist project teams in identifying and resolving site measurement discrepancies.
• Survey Quality Control and Regulatory Compliance
  • Perform quality control checks on survey data and field measurements.
  • Verify measurement accuracy before survey information is used for construction implementation.
  • Ensure surveying activities comply with applicable UAE building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Identify and report survey discrepancies that could affect construction accuracy.
  • Maintain consistent surveying procedures and documentation standards.
  • Support reliable measurement verification throughout project execution.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Land Surveying.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in land surveying for building construction projects.
• Proficiency in surveying software and systems, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Trimble and Leica.
• Advanced knowledge of GPS/GNSS surveying technology.
• Strong practical experience operating total stations and other land surveying instruments.
• Experience conducting construction site measurements, layout verification, and elevation surveys.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and relevant technical specifications.
• Experience preparing accurate survey reports, site maps, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of survey quality control procedures and measurement verification.
• Ability to organize complex surveying operations and maintain accurate field records.

Technical Skills and Professional Competencies

• Land surveying for building construction projects.
• Construction site measurements and layout verification.
• Total station operation and surveying procedures.
• GPS/GNSS surveying technology.
• Theodolite and laser level operation.
• Trimble and Leica surveying systems.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Survey control point establishment and verification.
• Coordinate systems and construction positioning.
• Site mapping and boundary determination.
• Elevation measurement and field data analysis.
• Interpretation of construction drawings and blueprints.
• Survey data processing and technical reporting.
• Surveying equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Measurement accuracy verification and quality control.
• UAE building codes and surveying regulations.
• Coordination with architects, engineers, and construction teams.
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Accurate documentation and professional communication.

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM offers employee benefits depending on employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. These may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, leave benefits, employee assistance programmes, well-being resources, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee programmes.

The company supports professional development through technical training, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with experienced professionals across engineering, surveying, and construction management.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company provides integrated solutions across buildings, transportation, water, environment, and energy, supporting public- and private-sector clients with infrastructure and development projects.

Its services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, helping clients develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, architects, planners, designers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization promotes collaboration, professional development, and equal employment opportunities while pursuing its purpose of delivering a better world.