Senior Surveyor

Tetra Tech; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work culture

Overtime at 1.5x

Work-life balance

Mentorship with experts

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Surveyor to join our Transportation team in Edmonton, AB. This role focuses on accurate construction layout, data collection, and leadership of survey assistants on roadway projects.

Ideal candidates have a Diploma in Geomatics, 10+ years of roadway experience in Canada, and proficiency with Trimble and Civil 3D. Travel across Western Canada and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with roadway construction surveys and field data collection.
• Knowledge of Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors survey requirements is an asset.
• Ability to travel Western Canada for project sites.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate construction layout and data collection surveys per standards.
• Direct and supervise survey assistants, provide guidance and safety leadership.
• Communicate effectively with project manager, contractors, and clients.
• Process and review field data, organize large datasets for projects.
• Extract digital design information from roadway drawings for construction layout.
• Understand measurement methods and item quantities for bids and digital surface models.

Skills

GPS & Total Station expertise

Data management

Team leadership

English communication

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics/Surveying

Tools

Trimble Survey Controllers

Trimble Business Center

Civil 3D

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Surveyor to our Transportation team based in Edmonton, AB .

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Accurate, cost effective, and timely completion of construction layout and data collection surveys in accordance with company and client quality standards.
• Directing and supervising survey assistants, including provision of technical guidance, safety leadership, and mentorship.
• Effective communication with our company project manager, contractors, and clients.
• Processing and reviewing field survey data for completeness and accuracy, and effectively organizing large survey data sets on a given project.
• Understanding roadway construction drawings and extracting digital design information for construction layout.
• Understanding methods of measurement and payment for construction bid items, preparation of digital surface models, and quantity calculations.
• Knowledge of standard construction specifications (Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors)
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Geomatics/Surveying, or several years of equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience on roadway construction projects in Canada, although applicants with directly relevant experience less than 10 years will be considered.
• Availability to travel for work on project sites throughout Western Canada.
• Experience utilizing GPS, scanning, bathymetric and total station survey equipment; familiarity with Trimble Survey Controllers would be considered an asset.
• Experience with survey software; familiarity with Trimble Business Center and/or Civil 3D software would be considered an asset.
• Preference will be given to those holding a current Advanced UAV license.
• Experience with Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors survey requirements an asset.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to manage and prioritize several tasks at one time to ensure a commitment to project delivery and technical excellence.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are required.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as in a team environment is necessary.
• Must possess a valid driver license, with a favourable driver's abstract.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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