Land Surveyor - Microtunneling and Stormwater Projects - Dubai UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 145,080 - 212,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth within a global engineering consultancy

Exposure to advanced surveying technologies

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is looking for an experienced Land Surveyor based in Dubai. This role focuses on microtunneling and stormwater infrastructure projects, ensuring precise survey control and construction accuracy.

The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of experience in infrastructure surveying, a relevant degree, and strong proficiency in AutoCAD and surveying equipment.

Join us for a rewarding career in a collaborative environment emphasizing safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in infrastructure surveying projects.
• Strong experience in stormwater drainage and deep pipeline monitoring.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and GPS equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform topographic, control, and setting-out surveys.
• Establish and maintain control points and benchmarks.
• Conduct as-built surveys and validate contractor submissions.

Skills

Infrastructure surveying

AutoCAD

Civil Engineering

GPS

Total station equipment

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Land Surveyor • Location: Dubai, UAE • Industry: Engineering • Function: Production Engineering/Planning/Scheduling • Experience: 7 years • Job Type: Full‑time • Salary: 13000–19000 monthly (Market estimated)

Overview

Land Surveyor for microtunneling and stormwater infrastructure projects in Dubai. The role focuses on precise survey control, alignment verification, and construction accuracy for deep pipeline works, tunnel alignment, and utility installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform topographic, control, and setting‑out surveys for stormwater and microtunneling projects.
• Establish and maintain control points, benchmarks, and survey grids in coordination with project teams.
• Apply IFC drawings, alignment data, and coordinate systems in line with RTA and project standards.
• Verify horizontal and vertical alignments, pipe inverts, tunnel drives, and shaft positioning.
• Conduct as‑built surveys and validate contractor submissions for accuracy.
• Monitor microtunneling operations, ensuring alignment tolerances are maintained.
• Maintain detailed survey records, field data, and documentation for full traceability.
• Coordinate with contractors and supervision teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support measurement verification, interim payments, and progress validation.
• Participate in project meetings to provide updates on survey progress and site conditions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, especially in confined spaces and shaft environments.
• Calibrate and maintain survey instruments including GPS, total stations, and digital levels.
• Assist during testing, commissioning, and handover by verifying final coordinates and levels.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in infrastructure surveying projects.
• Mandatory RTA approval for microtunneling works.
• Strong experience in stormwater drainage, deep pipelines, and tunnel alignment monitoring.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GPS, and total station equipment.
• Strong understanding of coordinate systems, datum control, and alignment verification.
• Experience with RTA, DM, and DEWA standards in UAE projects.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• High attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and safety awareness.

Why Join Us

• Work with a global infrastructure leader on complex utility and tunneling projects.
• Exposure to advanced surveying technologies and major Dubai infrastructure programs.
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging microtunneling projects.
• Strong career growth within a global engineering consultancy.
• Collaborative environment focused on precision, safety, and innovation.