Survey Manager

Acciona S.A; Beerwah, Caloundra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership pathways

Equal opportunity employer

Indigenous and minority group inclus

Job summary

ACCIONA is leading a greenfield rail survey project on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. You will lead the survey function, bridging design and site delivery, modelling data, and guiding surveyors and subcontractors to meet program milestones.

Ideal candidates are registered surveyors with a Diploma in Engineering Surveying and strong experience in civil construction, with advanced 12d or Terramodel skills and proven leadership of survey teams.

Qualifications

• Registration as a surveyor is required.
• Diploma in Engineering Surveying or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in civil construction surveying.
• Advanced 12d or Terramodel skills for modelling.
• Experience leading survey teams and producing method statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead survey delivery from planning through completion.
• Model and review design data including mass haul and spatial analysis.
• Oversee construction layout, mapping, and boundary retracement.
• Mentor surveyors and manage survey subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate survey data and as-built records.
• Manage survey resources, budgets, and schedules against milestones.
• Resolve discrepancies with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Registration as a surveyor

Engineering survey diploma

Civil construction surveying

12d modelling

Lead survey teams

Education

Diploma in Engineering Surveying or equivalent

Tools

12d Model

Terramodel

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description Benefits

• Lead survey on a greenfield rail project from design to build
• Own the link between design models and site delivery
• Grow with ACCIONA leadership pathways and training support

Project Information:

ACCIONA is part of CoastalTraX, delivering the greenfield works for Stage 1 of The Wave: 19 kilometres of dual-track passenger rail between Beerwah and Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. Backed by $5.5 billion in joint government funding, the project is part of Queensland’s infrastructure pipeline ahead of Brisbane 2032 and is now in design and preconstruction.

About the Opportunity:

You will lead the survey function on the greenfield works, reporting to the Construction Manager. As the link between design and site, you will model, review and refine design options with the construction team. Guide your surveying team and subcontractors, run mass haul modelling and spatial analysis, and test site conditions against upcoming program milestones. With the project in design and preconstruction, you can create the data systems and survey practices from the start. You will also keep the wider team across new construction technologies and data capture methods.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Lead survey delivery from early planning through to completion
• Model and review design data, including mass haul and spatial analysis
• Oversee construction layout, topographic mapping and boundary retracement
• Guide and mentor surveyors and manage survey subcontractors
• Maintain accurate survey data, as-built records and quality controls
• Manage survey resources, budgets and schedules against program milestones
• Resolve survey discrepancies and work with clients and project stakeholders

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

• Registration as a surveyor
• Diploma in Engineering Surveying or equivalent qualification
• Surveying experience in the civil construction industry
• Advanced 12d or Terramodel skills for modelling and datasets
• Proven ability to lead surveyors and produce method statements

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Ready to lead survey on The Wave?

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.

Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development.

ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity.

Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.