Land Surveyor

Pace; al-Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 13,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace, a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in the GCC, seeks a Senior Surveyor in Kuwait to supervise site work preparation, execution and verification of contractor submissions. You will provide topographic surveys, setting out and services location with GIS and AutoCAD tools.

You will collaborate with project managers, construction crews and regulatory bodies, travel to sites as required, and stay updated on surveying technologies and standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in surveying/geospatial fields.
• Membership with Kuwait Society of Engineers preferred.
• Strong planning, organization and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage site work preparation, execution, verification and validation of contractor submissions.
• Provide accurate surveys including topographic surveys, setting out and services location.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction crews and government agencies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to meet survey objectives.
• Use GPS, GIS and AutoCAD to measure boundaries and contours and analyze data.

Skills

Surveying

Geospatial data

GPS technology

AutoCAD

Education

Diploma in surveying

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Pace is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy firm based in the Middle East which provides architecture, engineering, and planning services. We assist national governments, international organisations, and private sector companies in delivering successful and local solutions with global expertise. Founded in 1968 in Kuwait City, we build on our fifty-five-year legacy by continuing to contribute positively and ethically to the development and shaping of our societies. As one of the region’s largest privately owned design and engineering consultancies, we currently employ more than 750 professionals and operate internationally in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Europe.

About the Role

• Supervise and manage the processes related to the site work preparation, execution, verification, and validation of Contractor’s submissions and site works. Also, provide accurate surveys as required including topographic surveys, setting out and services location.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate and work with project managers, construction crews, and government agencies, when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to ensure survey objectives are met.
• Use specialized equipment, including distance measuring wheels, GPS and geographic information system (GIS) devices to measure boundaries and contours.
• Travel to sites as required.
• Research and consult historical maps and surveys, as well as legal documents, relating to the property or section of land to be measured.
• Stay updated with new surveying technology and industry developments.
• Analyze data using plans, maps, charts, and software such as AutoCAD and GIS programs.
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine and confirm surveying measurements.
• Marking and delineating boundaries and reference points on a property or section of land.
• Present data to clients and preparing reports detailing legal boundaries and other relevant information.
• Take measurements of distances and angles on a property or section of land in order to establish legal boundaries.
• Ensure all survey activities comply with regulations and codes.
• Create maps, diagrams, and reports detailing survey results.

Required Experience

• Over 7 years or as required by related supervision agreement.
• Experience working for an Engineering Consultancy.

Education

• Diploma in surveying, geomatics, geospatial sciences, geophysics, or a related field.

Certifications & Memberships

• Kuwait Society of Engineers (KSE) Membership or Any local Engineer's society membership (for hiring outside Kuwait).
• Ability to organise and plan work.
• Collaborates, works well in a site team.
• Can oversee and supervise work.
• Can use software to provide updates and reports.
• Working knowledge of software such as AutoCAD and GIS programs.
• Clear communication skills in speaking and writing.
• Detail minded, works in a thorough systematic way.

Join our award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy firm, offering architecture, engineering, and planning services based in the GCC region with projects across the globe.

With over 55 years of pushing boundaries in design, innovation, and quality, employees have the chance to contribute to projects shaping the landmarks of the future.

Our commitment to prioritising people ensures a safe, diverse, inclusive, and progressive work environment where employees can grow and develop their careers through organisational, individual, and professional goals. Collaborating with industry-leading experts on unique projects, you can also enjoy the economic benefits and lifestyle opportunities the region offers.