Senior Construction Surveyor

Seam Surveys; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Laptop provided

Phone allowance

Modern surveying technology

Job summary

SEAM Spatial in Sydney, NSW seeks a Senior Construction Surveyor to lead survey delivery across active construction and infrastructure projects. You will oversee set-out, survey control, and QA, delivering accurate information from initial set-out through to completion.

The role requires a relevant surveying qualification and Australian experience, with proficiency in Total Stations, GNSS, AutoCAD and 3D/ UAV workflows.

Qualifications

• You hold a relevant qualification in surveying and have demonstrated experience in Australian construction surveying.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, tolerances and QA processes.
• Experience establishing and maintaining survey control.
• Proficiency with total stations, GNSS equipment, AutoCAD, Magnet software, data transfer and field‑to‑finish workflows.
• Experience with 3D scanning and UAV workflows (desirable).
• Solid understanding of Australian standards and surveying best practice.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of survey delivery across active construction and infrastructure projects.
• Plan, coordinate and execute survey activities from project commencement through to completion.
• Deliver engineering set‑out and establish survey control for structural, civil and infrastructure works.
• Complete construction surveys including footings, slabs, columns, services, pavements and structural elements.
• Establish, verify and maintain site control networks to ensure accuracy throughout project delivery.
• Interpret IFC drawings, engineering plans and specifications to support construction outcomes.
• Identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies between design documentation and site conditions.
• Complete as‑built, monitoring and deformation surveys where required.
• Perform QA checks to ensure survey outputs meet tolerances, specifications and contractual requirements.
• Process survey data and prepare deliverables, including models and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, site supervisors and subcontractors to resolve challenges.
• Utilise robotic total stations, GNSS, 3D scanning and UAV technology.

Skills

Relevant qualification

Construction surveying experience

Independent on-site work

QA processes

Site survey planning

Education

Australian surveying qualification

Tools

Total Stations

GNSS equipment

AutoCAD

Magnet software

3D scanning

UAV workflows

Job description

Join a business delivering high-accuracy solutions across major construction and infrastructure projects.

Are you a Construction Surveyor looking for more than just another site role?

At SEAM Spatial, you’ll work alongside experienced survey professionals, use industry‑leading technology, and have the support and flexibility to advance your career while delivering critical survey solutions across Sydney’s most exciting projects.

Senior Construction Surveyor - Sydney

Join a business delivering high-accuracy solutions across major construction and infrastructure projects.

Are you a Construction Surveyor looking for more than just another site role?

At SEAM Spatial, you’ll work alongside experienced survey professionals, use industry‑leading technology, and have the support and flexibility to advance your career while delivering critical survey solutions across Sydney’s most exciting projects.

Why join the SEAM Team

Backed by a team with more than 50+ years of combined industry experience, we deliver surveying solutions for major construction and infrastructure projects using modern technology and industry‑leading practices.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a full‑time Senior Construction Surveyor based in Sydney, NSW.

We are seeking a technically capable Senior Construction Surveyor who enjoys variety, responsibility and solving real‑world construction challenges. You will work across a diverse portfolio of projects, providing accurate survey solutions from initial set‑out through to project completion.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Take ownership of survey delivery across active construction and infrastructure projects


• Plan, coordinate and execute survey activities from project commencement through to completion


• Deliver engineering set‑out and establish survey control for structural, civil and infrastructure works


• Complete construction surveys including footings, slabs, columns, services, pavements and structural elements


• Establish, verify and maintain site control networks to ensure accuracy throughout project delivery


• Interpret IFC drawings, engineering plans and specifications to support construction outcomes


• Identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies between design documentation and site conditions


• Complete as‑built surveys, monitoring surveys and deformation surveys where required


• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure survey outputs meet project tolerances, specifications and contractual requirements


• Process survey data and prepare accurate survey deliverables, including models and documentation


• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, site supervisors and subcontractors to resolve technical challenges


• Utilise modern surveying workflows including robotic total stations, GNSS, 3D scanning and UAV technology


• Provide technical guidance and support to junior survey team members, contributing to capability development and knowledge sharing


• Travel to project sites across the Sydney Metropolitan region as required

Ideal Candidate Profile

You hold a relevant qualification in surveying and have demonstrated experience in Australian construction surveying.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, tolerances and QA processes


• Experience establishing and maintaining survey control


• Proficiency with Total Stations, GNSS equipment, AutoCAD, Magnet software, data transfer and field‑to‑finish workflows


• Experience with 3D scanning and UAV workflows (desirable)


• Solid understanding of Australian standards and surveying best practice


• Ability to work independently on site while maintaining accuracy under pressure


• Australian working rights

You are someone with a high level of attention to detail, strong technical accuracy, analytical thinking and spatial problem‑solving skills. You take pride in delivering quality outcomes and work effectively with engineers, contractors, project managers and internal teams to anticipate and resolve challenges.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Senior Construction Surveyor who thrives in a fast‑moving, technology‑driven environment. We are looking for driven professionals who want to contribute to a growing team and continue building their career with SEAM Spatial.

Benefits

SEAM Spatial isn’t just a workplace—it’s a place where innovation, growth, and support come together to create a truly rewarding career.

As a valued team member, you’ll:

• Receive a competitive salary package aligned with your experience and technical capability


• Have access to a company vehicle for travel between sites and equipment transport


• Be provided with a laptop for data processing and a phone allowance


• Work with modern surveying technology and innovative workflows to deliver precise, high‑quality outcomes across exciting projects

At SEAM Spatial, we don’t just offer jobs—we built careers.

Join a team dedicated to excellence, innovation and delivering outstanding surveying solutions.