Land Surveyor - Infrastructure and Transportation Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd

Dubai

On-site

AED 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support transportation and infrastructure projects in Dubai, UAE. You will conduct land surveys, verify field measurements, and prepare maps, plots, and reports using EDM equipment and surveying instruments.

The role requires working on-site within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, analyzing complex measurement data, and applying professional surveying practices with limited supervision. Join a global leader in infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

Professional experience in land surveying and the interpretation of survey measurements.
Understanding of surveying methods used to establish the positions of physical features and structures.
Ability to use electronic distance-measuring equipment and relevant surveying instruments.
Experience reviewing distances, directions, angles, elevations, and contour information.
Ability to analyse survey data and verify measurement accuracy.
Understanding of boundary research using legal records and historical evidence.
Experience operating land-information computer systems.
Ability to prepare accurate survey maps, plots, and technical reports.
Competence in handling surveying assignments involving varied technical challenges.
Ability to complete routine work independently while following general instructions for new assignments.

Responsibilities

Conduct surveys to determine the locations of natural features and human-made structures.
Perform surveying activities involving features on the earth's surface, underground, and underwater as required.
Use electronic distance-measuring equipment and surveying instruments to obtain measurements.
Determine and verify positions of survey reference points.
Review survey measurements to support accurate site representations.
Apply surveying methods to assignments involving different environments.
Maintain accuracy and consistency when handling field data.
Review information collected by survey teams for accuracy and completeness.
Examine measurements of distances, directions, and angles between points.
Analyse elevation information relating to points, lines, and contours.
Review measurements representing features on, above, and below the earth's surface.
Identify discrepancies in survey information.
Verify survey results against records and supporting information.
Document findings from boundary research and survey analysis.

Skills

Land surveying

Spatial measurement

Electronic distance measurement

Surveying instruments

Data verification

Boundary research

Analytical problem-solving

Independent execution

Tools

Survey instruments

Land-information systems

Job description

Job Snapshot

Land Surveyor - Infrastructure and Transportation Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Land Surveyor - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Surveying - Experience: Experienced professional; minimum years not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support its transportation and infrastructure engineering activities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role involves conducting land surveys, reviewing field measurements, verifying survey data, and preparing accurate maps, plots, and technical reports. The successful candidate will use electronic distance-measuring equipment, surveying instruments, and land-information computer systems to determine the positions of natural features, constructed structures, and property boundaries. The position requires an established understanding of professional surveying practices, the ability to analyse complex measurement information, and the competence to carry out routine assignments with limited supervision. Working within AECOM 's transportation business line, the Land Surveyor will contribute accurate spatial information and technical documentation to support engineering and infrastructure project requirements.

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

Key Responsibilities

Conduct surveys to determine the locations of natural features and human-made structures.
Perform surveying activities involving features on the earth 's surface, underground, and underwater, as required by the assignment.
Use electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments to obtain accurate spatial measurements.
Determine and verify the positions of relevant physical features and survey reference points.
Review survey measurements to support accurate representation of site conditions.
Apply established surveying methods to assignments involving different physical environments.
Maintain accuracy and consistency when handling field measurement information.
Review information collected by survey teams for accuracy and completeness.
Examine measurements of distances, directions, and angles between survey points.
Analyse elevation information relating to points, lines, and contours.
Review measurements representing features on, above, and below the earth 's surface.
Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in recorded survey information.
Verify survey results against available measurement records and supporting information.
Ensure validated survey data is accurately recorded for subsequent analysis and reporting.
Research relevant legal records to identify information concerning existing and historical property boundaries.
Examine available evidence of previously established boundary locations.
Analyse survey measurements alongside historical and legal boundary information.
Evaluate relevant records to determine the location of boundary lines.
Document findings from boundary research and associated survey analysis.
Maintain accurate supporting information for boundary determination activities.
Apply professional judgement when reviewing complex or conflicting survey information.
Operate and manage land-information computer systems used for surveying activities.
Store and organise survey information within relevant computer-based systems.
Retrieve and review stored spatial and measurement data.
Perform system inquiries to support surveying analysis and technical assignments.
Produce plots and reports using available land-information systems.
Maintain accurate electronic records of survey measurements and results.
Support reliable access to surveying information for technical review and reporting.
Record the results of completed surveys in an accurate and organised manner.
Prepare survey plots, maps, and technical reports.
Present verified measurement information clearly in survey documentation.
Review the accuracy of information included in maps and survey outputs.
Maintain consistency between recorded measurements and final survey deliverables.
Organise supporting records used in the preparation of survey reports.
Ensure surveying documentation reflects the findings of completed fieldwork and analysis.
Carry out routine surveying assignments with limited instruction.
Complete new assignments according to general instructions and established requirements.
Apply a thorough understanding of professional surveying practices and the assigned area of specialisation.
Analyse and resolve surveying problems involving varied technical requirements.
Exercise professional judgement when evaluating measurement information and survey results.
Maintain attention to accuracy throughout surveying, analysis, and documentation activities.
Seek clarification or technical guidance when required for unfamiliar assignments.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

Professional experience in land surveying and the interpretation of survey measurements.
Understanding of surveying methods used to establish the positions of physical features and structures.
Ability to use electronic distance-measuring equipment and relevant surveying instruments.
Experience reviewing distances, directions, angles, elevations, and contour information.
Ability to analyse survey data and verify measurement accuracy.
Understanding of boundary research using legal records and historical evidence.
Experience operating land-information computer systems.
Ability to prepare accurate survey maps, plots, and technical reports.
Competence in handling surveying assignments involving varied technical challenges.
Ability to complete routine work independently while following general instructions for new assignments.

Technical Skills and Competencies

Land surveying and spatial measurement.
Electronic distance measurement.
Surveying instruments and field data collection.
Distance, direction, and angle measurement.
Elevation and contour analysis.
Surface, underground, and underwater feature surveying.
Survey data verification and quality checking.
Boundary research and legal record analysis.
Land-information computer systems.
Spatial data storage and retrieval.
Survey mapping and plot preparation.
Technical reporting and documentation.
Analytical problem-solving.
Professional judgement and attention to detail.
Independent execution of routine surveying assignments.

Recruitment and Onboarding Requirements

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.