Alberta Land Surveyor Project Manager

Arcadis; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis in Edmonton is seeking a Senior Survey Technician or Land Surveyor Project Manager to lead field surveys and project delivery across Alberta, collaborating with experienced professionals in a growth‑minded environment.

You will manage municipal approvals, interface with clients and regulators, and oversee QA/QC for plans, descriptions, and calculations while guiding teams through construction layout projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Geomatics or Surveying from a recognized program.
• 5–10+ years of experience in geomatics or land surveying.
• Registered Licensed Alberta Land Surveyor.
• Interest/experience in land development and construction surveys.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil3D or Trimble equipment is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, proactive teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, consultants, regulators, and teams to obtain and communicate project information.
• Lead survey projects through municipal approvals and Alberta Land Titles processes.
• Lead QA/QC standards for survey plans, descriptions, calculations, and deliverables.
• Oversee collection and validation of field notes, survey evidence, and background information.
• Plan, execute, and review topographic, right‑of‑way, subdivision, and construction surveys.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/degree in Geomatics or Surveying

Registered Licensed Alberta Land Surveyor

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Trimble equipment

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Are you passionate about shaping the future of Alberta’s communities? Join our Geomatics team as a Senior Survey Technician or Land Surveyor Project Manager in Edmonton and help create the smart, safe, and sustainable places where people live, work, and thrive. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on a wide range of exciting projects across Alberta, gaining hands‑on experience and developing your skills within a supportive, growth‑minded environment.

Role accountabilities:

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Collaborate closely with clients, consultants, regulatory authorities, and multidisciplinary project teams to obtain, interpret, and communicate critical project information.
• Guide and manage survey projects through municipal approvals and Alberta Land Titles processes, maintaining schedule, compliance, and client expectations
• Lead QA/QC standards for survey plans, legal descriptions, calculations, and deliverables, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance
• Oversee the collection and validation of field notes, survey evidence, and background information to support precise, accurate and impactful project deliverables
• Lead the planning, execution, and review of topographic, right-of-way, subdivision, and construction layout surveys, ensuring professional standards are upheld.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A diploma or degree from a recognized Geomatics or Surveying program
• 5-10+ years of experience in the geomatics or land surveying industry
• Registered Licensed Alberta Land Surveyor
• A keen interest and experience in land development and construction surveys
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil3D, or Trimble equipment is an asset;
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a positive, proactive approach to teamwork
• A drive to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $84,000- $127,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.