Construction Surveyors

IAM Surveyors; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration based on qual

Company vehicle

Survey equipment

Career progression to Senior Surveyor/

Survey Manager role as portfolio grows

Support from an experienced surveying/

Professional working environment

Ongoing employment and career dev.

Job summary

IAM Surveyors Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast and Brisbane is seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to take ownership of daily site surveying for major high-rise projects. You will set out columns, walls, slabs, lift cores, and verify survey control networks while liaising with site teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure safety standards are met.

The role offers a clear career pathway with opportunities to lead a surveying team as the business and project portfolio grows, with continued

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in surveying, engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' post-graduation experience in construction surveying.
• Strong knowledge of surveying software and CAD packages.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Excellent technical and mathematical skills.
• Strong communication abilities with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects.
• Commitment to health and safety compliance.
• Valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel.
• Preferred experience in residential development, commercial construction, or infrastructure in the QLD region.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and own daily survey requirements with minimal supervision.
• Identify on-site issues and provide practical solutions.
• Establish, maintain, and verify horizontal and vertical survey control networks.
• Carry out construction set-out for columns, walls, slabs, lift cores, stairs.
• Perform level transfers and establish benchmarks.
• Undertake verticality checks, gridline transfers, and dimensional verification.
• Complete as-built surveys and quality checks for finished works.
• Set out civil works and external works as required.
• Interpret architectural, structural, and civil drawings.
• Prepare survey calculations, coordinate data and field information.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings and site conditions and communicate them promptly.
• Liaise with site supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, and PMs to coordinate survey requirements.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure work complies with project specs and safety requirements.
• Assist with survey records, QA documentation, and reporting as required.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in surveying/engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

IAM Surveyors Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to join our team for an exciting high-rise construction projects on the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to join our team for a major high-rise construction projects on the Gold Coast and Brisbane. This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor who enjoys working on complex construction projects and wants to take ownership of daily site surveying requirements.

What you'll be doing

Work independently, take ownership of assigned tasks, and manage daily survey requirements with minimal supervision.

Take a hands-on approach to site work, proactively identifying issues and providing practical solutions.

Establish, maintain, and verify horizontal and vertical survey control networks.

Carry out construction setout for columns, walls, slabs, lift cores, stairwells, and other structural elements.

Perform level transfers and establish benchmarks throughout the building.

Undertake verticality checks, gridline transfers, and dimensional verification.

Complete as-built surveys and check measures for completed construction works.

Set out civil works, services, and external works where required.

Interpret architectural, structural, and civil construction drawings.

Prepare survey calculations, coordinate data, and field information.

Identify discrepancies between drawings and site conditions and communicate them promptly.

Liaise with site supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, and project managers to coordinate survey requirements.

Maintain survey equipment and ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications and safety requirements.

Assist with survey records, quality assurance documentation, and reporting as required.

What we're looking for

Relevant tertiary qualification in surveying, engineering, or a related discipline recognised by professional surveying bodies

Minimum of 3-5 years' post-graduation experience in construction Surveying in Australia

Strong knowledge of surveying software and CAD packages, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, or equivalent

Full Australian working rights, including Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid visa with unrestricted work rights.

Excellent technical and mathematical skills with meticulous attention to detail

Strong communication abilities and the capacity to work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups

Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple projects simultaneously

Commitment to health and safety compliance and best practice on construction sites

Valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites

Preferred experience in residential development, commercial construction, or infrastructure projects within the QLD region

What we offer

Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.

Company vehicle and survey equipment.

Opportunity to work on a significant high-rise construction project on the Gold Coast.

Clear career pathway with opportunities to progress into a Senior Surveyor and Survey Manager role.

Opportunity to build and lead your own surveying team as the business and project portfolio grows.

Support from an experienced surveying team and Registered Surveyor.

A professional and supportive working environment.

Opportunities for ongoing employment and career development.

The opportunity to take responsibility for challenging and rewarding construction surveying work.