Surveyor - Tunnel

Aecon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Learning and development opportunities

Health and safety focus

Job summary

Aecon, in partnership with FCC Canada, is seeking a Surveyor to join the Scarborough Subway Extension project in Toronto. The role supports tunnel alignment checks, as-built surveys, and track layout across underground structures, with daily field work and detailed data reporting.

Candidates should bring 3–5 years of construction surveying experience, proficiency in Civil 3D, and familiarity with Leica and total station tools. Competitive compensation and full benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in construction surveying.
• Experience in tunnel/rail construction projects is preferred.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and familiarity with MicroStation/OpenRoads is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily tunnel survey activities supporting TBM, SEM/NATM, station, shaft, cross-passage, and track installation works.
• Report daily survey progress and requirements to the Tunnel Main Surveyor.
• Establish and verify survey control points and networks as directed.
• Carry out survey measurements for tunnel alignment verification and construction layout.
• Support TBM construction activities through alignment checks and as-built surveys.
• Support SEM/NATM excavation surveys and verification measurements.
• Conduct topographic, as-built, deformation monitoring, and verification surveys.
• Perform construction stakeout and layout for underground structures and track slabs.
• Collect, process, and verify survey data per project procedures.
• Support track slab construction, rail installation, and rail geometry surveys.
• Operate track measurement equipment and maintain field records.
• Conduct routine checks of survey equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Surveying Geomatics degree

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Leica Infinity

Leica Captivate

Total Stations

GNSS receivers

Digital Levels

Job description

Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is a joint venture between Aecon and FCC Canada Ltd. that was selected by Metrolinx to deliver the Scarborough Subway Extension – Stations, Rail and Systems (SSE-SRS) package. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools, and other key destinations throughout the city.

As part of this project, we are currently looking for aSurveyor to join our team.

What You Will Do:

• Perform daily tunnel survey activities supporting TBM, SEM/NATM, station, shaft, cross-passage, and track installation works.
• Report daily survey progress, field issues, and survey requirements to the Tunnel Main Surveyor.
• Establish, maintain, and verify survey control points and tunnel control networks as directed by the Tunnel Main Surveyor.
• Carry out survey measurements for tunnel alignment verification, excavation control, profile checks, and construction layout.
• Support TBM construction activities through tunnel alignment checks, and as-built surveys.
• Support SEM/NATM excavation activities by performing excavation verification, profile surveys, and structural verification measurements.
• Conduct topographic, as-built, deformation monitoring, and verification surveys related to tunnel construction works.
• Perform construction stakeout and layout surveys for underground structures, tunnel elements, track slabs, and associated infrastructure.
• Collect, process, and verify survey data in accordance with project procedures and quality requirements.
• Support track slab construction, rail installation, rail alignment verification, and track geometry surveys.
• Operate railway track measurement trolley systems and other track survey equipment as required.
• Maintain accurate field records, survey reports, and survey documentation.
• Perform routine checks and verification of survey equipment before and after use.
• Comply with project specifications, survey procedures, quality requirements, and health and safety regulations.

Experience You Will Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in construction surveying.
• Experience working in tunnel, underground, rail, transit, or heavy civil construction projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and familiarity with MicroStation/OpenRoads is considered an asset.
• Experience using Leica Infinity and Leica Captivate software.
• Proficiency in the operation of Total Stations, GNSS receivers, and Digital Levels.
• Experience performing construction layout, as-built, and control surveys.
• Understanding survey control networks, traversing, adjustments, and quality control procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tunnel alignment information, rail geometry requirements, and construction documentation.
• Experience supporting TBM tunneling activities, including alignment verification and as-built surveys, is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting SEM/NATM excavation surveys is considered an asset.
• Experience with rail and track installation surveys is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with railway track measurement trolley systems is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to survey accuracy and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work safely and effectively in underground construction environments.

Why Join Us?

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annually. The listed salary range reflects potential base pay and considers factors such as experience, education, and training. Each candidate is evaluated individually and offers toward the higher end may be extended to those with exceptional qualifications.

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits and RRSP matching plans.
• The opportunity to work on one of the most exciting rail projects in Toronto.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

This posting is for a current vacancy and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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