Land Surveyor - Infrastructure and Construction Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support infrastructure and construction projects. The role involves conducting comprehensive land surveys, site assessments, and delivering accurate surveying information to support engineering design and construction activities.

The candidate should have strong expertise in GPS/GNSS, total stations and drone surveying, with proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS, and hold a UAE-recognized surveying licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of professional land surveying experience.
• Experience with infrastructure, construction or civil projects.
• Valid UAE-recognized professional surveying licence or certification.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS for surveying documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land surveys for infrastructure and construction projects.
• Perform site assessments to collect measurements and geographical information.
• Prepare site maps, drawings and survey documentation.
• Coordinate surveying activities with engineers, contractors and project teams.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with UAE regulations and standards.
• Mentor junior survey staff and provide technical guidance.
• Perform quality control checks on survey data and outputs.

Skills

AutoCAD

GIS

GPS/GNSS

Total stations

Drone surveying

Field surveying

Survey data analysis

Education

Professional surveying licence

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

GPS/GNSS equipment

Total stations

Drone surveying equipment

Job description

Job Snapshot

Land Surveyor - Infrastructure and Construction Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Land Surveyor - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Surveying - Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional land surveying experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Land Surveyor to support infrastructure and construction projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive land surveys, perform detailed site assessments and deliver accurate surveying information to support engineering design, construction activities and project execution. The role requires strong technical expertise in modern surveying equipment, including GPS and GNSS systems, total stations and drone surveying technology. The Land Surveyor will also use AutoCAD, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and survey data analysis tools to prepare technical drawings, site maps and survey documentation. Working closely with civil engineers, project managers, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams, the position involves verifying surveying accuracy, maintaining compliance with applicable UAE regulations and providing technical guidance to junior surveying personnel. The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of relevant experience in land surveying, strong digital surveying capabilities and a valid professional surveying licence or certification recognized by UAE authorities.

Key Responsibilities

Land Surveying and Site Assessments

• Conduct comprehensive land surveys for infrastructure, construction and civil engineering projects.
• Perform detailed site assessments to collect accurate measurements and geographical information.
• Establish reliable surveying data to support engineering design and construction requirements.
• Carry out field surveying activities using modern instruments and digital surveying technology.
• Verify site measurements and survey information against approved project specifications.
• Identify surveying discrepancies and coordinate appropriate technical resolutions.
• Ensure field measurements meet required accuracy and precision standards.
• Support project teams with reliable site information throughout construction activities.

Survey Equipment and Technology

• Operate GPS and GNSS surveying systems to capture accurate positioning information.
• Use total stations for precise site measurements and surveying operations.
• Apply drone surveying equipment and technology where required for project activities.
• Maintain surveying instruments and ensure equipment is suitable for field operations.
• Conduct appropriate equipment checks to support reliable survey results.
• Apply modern surveying techniques to improve measurement accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Stay informed about developments in digital surveying, drone applications and related technologies.

Survey Data Analysis and Technical Drawings

• Analyze collected survey data and verify the accuracy of measurements.
• Use AutoCAD to prepare detailed surveying drawings and technical documentation.
• Apply GIS software to process, analyze and present geographical information.
• Develop accurate site maps and survey plans based on verified field data.
• Prepare technical reports describing survey findings and site conditions.
• Maintain consistency between survey data, drawings and project documentation.
• Use surveying data analysis tools to support engineering and construction requirements.
• Ensure technical outputs comply with relevant project specifications and regulatory standards.

Survey Quality Control and Accuracy

• Perform quality control checks on surveying activities and collected data.
• Verify the precision and reliability of field measurements.
• Review survey drawings, calculations and technical documentation for accuracy.
• Identify inconsistencies in surveying information and implement appropriate corrections.
• Maintain surveying quality in accordance with organizational requirements.
• Ensure surveying results meet project accuracy benchmarks.
• Support continuous improvement in surveying methods and data verification procedures.

Engineering and Construction Coordination

• Coordinate surveying activities with civil engineers and project managers.
• Work closely with contractors to support construction setting-out and site measurement requirements.
• Communicate surveying findings to relevant engineering and construction personnel.
• Ensure survey information aligns with approved project designs and specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve surveying and site-related technical challenges.
• Provide accurate field data to support construction planning and execution.
• Coordinate survey requirements with relevant project stakeholders.
• Support the development of efficient surveying methodologies for project activities.

Survey Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare accurate technical surveying reports and supporting documentation.
• Maintain organized records of field measurements, survey data and calculations.
• Document site assessments and surveying observations.
• Keep comprehensive field notes and project surveying records.
• Maintain accurate digital files, technical drawings and survey documentation.
• Ensure surveying information is accessible for project review and verification.
• Support transparent recordkeeping and effective communication of survey findings.

Regulatory Compliance and Site Safety

• Ensure surveying activities comply with applicable Abu Dhabi and UAE regulations.
• Follow relevant local surveying standards and authority requirements.
• Maintain compliance with project safety procedures during field activities.
• Observe applicable environmental requirements when conducting surveying operations.
• Identify surveying-related safety concerns and communicate them through appropriate channels.
• Ensure surveying methods and documentation meet relevant project and organizational standards.
• Support safe and compliant execution of surveying activities across project sites.

Survey Team Management and Technical Guidance

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior surveying staff.
• Support team members in applying appropriate surveying methods and equipment.
• Manage assigned surveying teams and coordinate daily field activities.
• Monitor surveying progress against project schedules and quality requirements.
• Allocate surveying activities to support efficient project execution.
• Review surveying outputs and provide technical feedback.
• Encourage consistent application of accurate and reliable surveying practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary personnel to resolve technical and operational issues.

Surveying Methodology and Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate surveying approaches to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to apply modern digital surveying techniques.
• Maintain awareness of developments in drone surveying and GIS applications.
• Support the use of appropriate surveying technology for different project requirements.
• Share technical knowledge and industry best practices with surveying team members.
• Contribute to improvements in survey data management and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in land surveying.
• Demonstrated surveying expertise in infrastructure, construction or civil engineering projects.
• Practical experience conducting detailed site assessments and land surveys.
• Experience operating modern surveying instruments and digital surveying systems.
• Experience preparing technical survey reports, site maps and drawings.
• Ability to manage surveying operations while maintaining accuracy and project timelines.
• Experience coordinating with engineers, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.

Professional Licence and Certification

• Valid professional surveying licence or certification recognized by UAE authorities.
• Abu Dhabi Municipality approval or an equivalent recognized qualification is preferred.

Required Technical Knowledge

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD for preparing surveying drawings and technical documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in GIS software for survey data analysis and mapping.
• Strong expertise in GPS and GNSS surveying systems.
• Practical knowledge of total stations and modern surveying instruments.
• Experience with drone surveying applications and associated technologies.
• Ability to analyze survey measurements and prepare accurate technical reports.
• Understanding of surveying quality control and measurement verification.
• Familiarity with construction surveying requirements and engineering design coordination.
• Knowledge of applicable UAE surveying regulations and technical standards.
• Understanding of field surveying safety procedures and environmental requirements.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical land surveying capabilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and measurement accuracy.
• Analytical thinking and technical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and verify complex surveying information.
• Effective use