Survey Assistant

Catterall & Wright Consulting Engineers; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Catterall & Wright Consulting Engineers in Saskatoon, SK is seeking a Survey Assistant for a temporary, 40-hour workweek, Mon-Fri, with potential extension depending on workloads and weather. The role supports the survey group on municipal infra and land development projects, including field work, travel to sites, and site inspections.

Ideal candidates have a high school education and a valid Class 5 driver’s license; no prior experience required, with preference for geomatics or civil tech

Qualifications

• High school education.
• No previous work experience required.
• Preference for candidates enrolled in, or considering, a technical diploma or degree in Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology or related municipal-type program.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to understand and follow company document management and revision control processes.
• Knowledge of computer systems and the ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite and file management applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the survey group on land development and municipal projects.
• Assist with administration and management of projects, including travel to sites.
• Provide field assistance and survey support during the construction season.
• Assist with surveys for residential, commercial and industrial development.
• Assist UAV pilot with flight preparation and field projects.
• Assist with operating survey equipment such as RTK GNSS, Static GNSS, Total Station, UAV, and related platforms.

Skills

Document management

MS Office

Education

High school education

Geomatics/Engineering tech studies

Valid Class 5 driver license

Job description

Let’s build something that lasts - together.

At Catterall & Wright, we’ve spent over 60 years shaping Saskatchewan’s communities through practical municipal consulting that puts people first. Rooted in local knowledge and long-term relationships, we take pride in doing things the right way-delivering solutions that truly stand the test of time.

We are looking for a Survey Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week). This position can be extended, depending on workloads and weather conditions, into the winter.

The Opportunity

The Survey Assistant is responsible for providing support to the survey group on industrial, residential and commercial land development and municipal infrastructure projects. Assist with the administration and management of projects, which will include travel to various sites and projects, providing field assistance and survey support services during the construction season.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with surveys related to the construction of residential, commercial & industrial land development projects and municipal infrastructure projects such as pipelines, wastewater, lagoons and roadways
• Assist with preliminary topographic surveys, record surveys and data collection tasks for design purposes
• Assist UAV pilot with flight preparation and UAV field projects
• Assist with operating survey equipment such as RTK GNSS, Static GNSS, manual and robotic Total Station, multi-rotor UAV, Sonar platforms, digital and optical level
• Assist with inspection services such as water tests, pressure tests, load tests, density tests
• Assist with construction site monitoring including reviewing and enforcing project specifications and providing verbal reports to the project manager regarding project status and progress
• Assist with quantity tracking surveys for progress certificate submissions

Working Conditions

• Work is mainly in an outdoor environment with some office work
• Travel outside the city may be required 10% of the time with some overnight stays
• Ability to work outside in any weather conditions
• Lifting, hammering and walking long distances required daily
• Capable to lift or move up to 50 lbs regularly

What You Bring

Education/Experience

• High school education
• No previous work experience required
• Preference for candidates to be enrolled in, or considering a technical diploma or degree in the field of Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology or other municipal-type program
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow company document management and revision control processes
• Knowledge of computer systems and the ability to work with a variety of software applications including file management applications and the Microsoft Office Suite

About Catterall & Wright

At Catterall & Wright, we’ve proudly served the community since 1965. As a locally owned partnership, we’re rooted in practical, reliable service and committed to delivering innovative, thoughtful solutions for all types of municipal infrastructure.

We strive to be approachable, responsive, and personal in the way we work—with our clients and with each other. To say we have an amazing team is an understatement. We lean on each other, learn from one another, and, most of all, we support one another. That’s how we operate, and that’s who we are.

We’re proud to have active Social and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Committees that organize events, learning opportunities, and ways to connect outside of day-to-day project work.

If you’re looking for meaningful work with a team that genuinely has your back—we’d love to hear from you!