Survey Manager, Infrastructure | General Contractor | Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Moving2Canada.com; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading general contractor is seeking a Survey Manager for large-scale infrastructure projects in Vancouver. The ideal candidate will have extensive surveying experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of survey technology. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary of CAD 120,000 - CAD 160,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years direct surveying experience in construction.
• Experience in design-build projects preferred.
• Registered Applied Science Technologist or Technician with APEGBC is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Guide construction phases and manage survey data.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and engineering staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Team Management

Survey Technology Knowledge

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Diploma in Survey or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Robotic Total Stations

GPS

Job description

Large general contractor seeking experienced Survey Manager with 8+ years of relevant experience in construction phase of large infrastructure projects. Salary range is $120,000 – $160,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of Survey Manager:

• Working under the Technical Services Manager, the Survey Manager will contribute to all design built works involved with a major infrastructure project in Vancouver
• Survey Manager primary responsibilities will include construction guidance and direction, survey and layout, civil design work, and survey data management
• Provide primary field-level guidance to construction progress by translating engineered designs and survey technology to as-built design developments.
• Provide as-built construction designs and drawings by utilizing CAD software
• Consistently ensure that safety, quality, and environmental standards are being followed and maintained through each phase of construction
• Communicate and coordinate with Field Supervisory Personnel (Construction Superintendent and Foreman) and Engineering Staff to maintain a strong presence in all construction activities
• Provide timely and accurate collection of survey data.
• Interpret engineered construction design drawings and execute appropriate design field layouts and markups
• Upload and manage all survey data.
• Produce technical field reports related to construction work such as measurements and quantities as required.
• Perform additional survey-related jobs as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of Survey Manager:

• Survey Manager has strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills and effective team- player.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work productively under minimal direct supervision.
• Knowledge of survey technology (Robotic total stations and GPS) is required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD software is required; knowledge of additional CAD software an asset.
• Ability to work longer hours and/or on night shifts if required.
• Demonstrate the ability to build and manage a cohesive and effective team, with understanding of strengths and weaknesses of team members and using strengths of individuals and group to support the weaknesses.
• Delegate and monitor work and provide constructive feedback.
• Able to oversee timely and fair punch list completion, resolve all “routine” change orders, timely delivery through close out submittals, leaving the customer with a positive view of Company.

Experience / Qualifications of Survey Manager:

• Possess a minimum of 8-10 years of direct surveying experience within civil, structural, heavy industrial or construction environment.
• Experience in design build projects would be preferred.
• Possess a Diploma in Survey or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Registered Applied Science Technologist or Technician with APEGBC is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

Ideal Candidate:

Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.