Land Surveyor - Transportation and Infrastructure Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Professional development programs

Job summary

AECOM Corporation in Dubai seeks an experienced Land Surveyor to support surveying and geospatial data activities within its Transportation business line. The role involves conducting land surveys, identifying features, reviewing measurements, and preparing maps and technical reports.

The ideal candidate will work with EDM equipment and surveying instruments, manage land-information systems, review historical boundary records, and apply professional judgment to complex surveying problems while

Qualifications

• Experience in land surveying and geographical measurement activities.
• Ability to review measurements of distances, directions, and elevations.
• Experience operating surveying instruments and EDM equipment.
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to determine locations of natural features and constructed structures.
• Review and verify survey measurements and boundary information.
• Prepare maps, plots, and technical reports from surveyed data.
• Maintain and manage land-information data within computer systems.
• Ensure accuracy and independence in routine surveying tasks.

Skills

Land surveying

Field measurements

Geospatial data management

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Tools

EDM equipment

Survey instruments

Job description

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

Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to support surveying and geospatial data activities within its Transportation business line in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position involves conducting land surveys, identifying natural and constructed features, reviewing survey measurements, verifying geographical information, and preparing accurate maps, plots, and technical reports. The Land Surveyor will use electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments to collect and analyze information relating to ground elevations, surface features, underground structures, and underwater locations where applicable. The successful candidate will also work with land-information computer systems, examine historical boundary records, and review survey data to establish accurate geographical and property boundary information. This position requires an experienced surveying professional who can perform routine assignments independently, apply technical judgment to complex surveying problems, and follow general instructions when undertaking new assignments.

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

• Land Surveying and Field Measurements
  • Conduct surveys to determine the locations of natural geographical features and constructed structures.
  • Perform surveying activities involving surface, underground, and underwater features where required.
  • Use electronic distance-measuring equipment and other surveying instruments to obtain accurate measurements.
  • Collect and review geographical information relating to surveyed locations.
  • Determine the position and elevation of relevant points, lines, and contours.
  • Support accurate identification and documentation of physical features within surveyed areas.
  • Apply established surveying principles and procedures during field assignments.
• Survey Data Review and Verification
  • Review information collected by surveying teams.
  • Examine measurements of distances, directions, and angles between survey points.
  • Verify elevation measurements and contour information.
  • Assess survey data relating to features located above, on, and below the earth 's surface.
  • Identify inconsistencies or potential inaccuracies in collected measurements.
  • Review survey information for completeness and technical accuracy.
  • Support the preparation of reliable surveying records and documentation.
• Boundary Research and Land Records
  • Research relevant legal records associated with surveyed land.
  • Examine available information concerning previously established boundaries.
  • Identify evidence supporting the location of historical boundary lines.
  • Analyze surveying records and related geographical information.
  • Determine boundary locations using available measurements and documentary evidence.
  • Maintain accurate records of boundary research and associated findings.
  • Support the preparation of boundary-related survey information.
• Land-Information Systems and Data Management
  • Operate land-information computer systems used for surveying activities.
  • Manage and organize surveying information within relevant computer systems.
  • Store survey measurements and associated geographical data.
  • Retrieve information through system inquiries and data searches.
  • Generate plots and reports from stored surveying information.
  • Maintain accurate and accessible digital survey records.
  • Support effective management of land and geographical information.
• Survey Mapping and Technical Documentation
  • Record the results of completed surveying activities.
  • Prepare survey plots, maps, and technical reports.
  • Document relevant measurements, elevations, contours, and boundary information.
  • Review survey outputs for consistency with collected data.
  • Verify the accuracy of information before preparing final documentation.
  • Organize survey records to support future technical reference.
• Surveying Analysis and Technical Problem-Solving
  • Analyze surveying information to resolve technical measurement issues.
  • Apply professional judgment when interpreting complex geographical data.
  • Evaluate survey findings involving different physical features and boundary conditions.
  • Address surveying problems of varying technical complexity.
  • Identify potential discrepancies between field measurements and existing records.
  • Support appropriate technical solutions using available surveying information.
  • Apply established surveying practices to maintain accuracy and reliability.
• Independent Work and Professional Responsibilities
  • Carry out routine surveying assignments with limited supervision.
  • Follow general instructions when undertaking new assignments.
  • Apply a thorough understanding of professional surveying methods.
  • Manage assigned surveying activities and related documentation.
  • Exercise sound technical judgment when reviewing survey measurements and records.
  • Maintain professional standards in surveying and data verification activities.
  • Coordinate with relevant surveying personnel when reviewing technical information.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Education
  • The source job description does not specify a minimum academic qualification.
• Professional Experience
  • Relevant professional experience in land surveying and geographical measurement activities.
  • Strong understanding of land surveying methods and technical procedures.
  • Experience using electronic distance-measuring equipment and surveying instruments.
  • Ability to review measurements of distances, directions, angles, and elevations.
  • Experience examining survey information relating to natural features and constructed structures.
  • Understanding of land boundary research and historical surveying records.
  • Experience reviewing legal records and evidence of previous property boundaries.
  • Ability to operate land-information computer systems.
  • Experience managing survey data and preparing maps, plots, and technical reports.
  • Ability to verify the accuracy of survey measurements and documentation.
  • Experience handling surveying assignments requiring independent technical judgment.
  • Minimum number of years of professional experience is not specified.
• Technical Skills and Professional Competencies
  • Land Surveying and Measurement
    • Land surveying techniques and field measurement procedures.
    • Electronic distance-measuring equipment.
    • Surveying instruments and measurement systems.
    • Geographical feature identification.
    • Surface and subsurface surveying information.
    • Underwater surveying data interpretation where applicable.
    • Distance, direction, and angular measurement review.
    • Point elevation and contour measurement.
    • Survey measurement accuracy verification.
    • Field surveying data analysis.
  • Boundary and Geographical Information
    • Land boundary identification and analysis.
    • Historical boundary record research.
    • Review of legal records relating to land boundaries.
    • Interpretation of geographical and surveying evidence.
    • Boundary line determination.
    • Analysis of natural and constructed geographical features.
    • Survey information validation and documentation.
  • Digital Surveying and Data Management
    • Land-information computer systems.
    • Digital survey data storage and retrieval.
    • Survey information management.
    • Computer-based geographical data inquiries.
    • Survey plot and map generation.
    • Technical survey reporting.
    • Digital record organization and maintenance.
    • Survey data accuracy and quality verification.
  • Professional and Analytical Competencies
    • Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to interpret complex surveying measurements.
    • Attention to detail and measurement accuracy.
    • Independent work management and professional judgment.
    • Ability to review information prepared by surveying teams.
    • Effective organization of technical records and reports.
    • Understanding of established surveying procedures.
    • Ability to address surveying problems of varying complexity.
    • Professional responsibility and reliability in technical assignments.
    • Ability to work with limited supervision on routine activities.

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.

Employee Benefits and Professional Development

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, well‑being resources, employee assistance programmes, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee programmes. The company supports professional development through technical training, leadership development programmes, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with experienced surveying, engineering, and infrastructure professionals. Employees have opportunities to contribute to transportation and infrastructure projects while developing their expertise in land surveying, geographical data management, boundary analysis, technical mapping, and surveying documentation.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company works with public- and private‑sector clients to address complex challenges across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, supporting the delivery of innovative, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions. 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, respect, and equal employment opportunities.