Geodetic Engineer

Atlantica Realty Development Corp.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantica Realty Development Corp. seeks a Geodetic Engineer to lead geodetic site works and research for housing and land development. You will check and revise geodetic surveys and plans before approval, coordinate with project heads, and ensure accuracy across all site data.

Responsibilities include field data collection, monumenting lots, and preparing detailed reports and documents for planning, design references, and permits while collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Fresh board passer or licensed geodetic engineer with strong surveying knowledge.
• Experience in land subdivision or housing development projects is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D and surveying software; field data collection and boundary analysis.
• Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, and standard surveying instruments and workflows.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, legal documents, and title data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee geodetic site works for housing and land development projects.
• Prepare and review geodetic surveys and plans for approvals.
• Coordinate with Construction Management and Project Development heads.
• Conduct field surveys, data verification, and monumenting of lots.
• Prepare reports, plotting, and blueprinting of survey documents.
• Ensure adherence to plans, specs, and quality control standards.
• Engage with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors on design issues.
• Sign documents related to subdivision development and project closeout.

Skills

Geodetic surveying

Civil engineering principles

GIS

Documentation & reporting

Communication & collaboration

Field data collection

Total Station operation

RTK surveying

Topographic surveys

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geodetic Engineering

Professional license in geodetic engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Total Station

RTK GNSS

GIS software

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description:

Atlantica Realty Development Corp. (ARDC) is a real estate developer in the Philippines focused on residential and commercial projects, including property acquisition, development, sales, and leasing. The company is strongly committed to providing quality, affordable housing communities for Filipino families. ARDC aims to be the most trusted community developer by 2027, guided by innovation and service excellence. Its culture is anchored on accountability, integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and building strong customer relationships. Professionals joining ARDC can expect a mission-driven environment that values high standards and long-term community impact.

JOB SUMMARY

The position is responsible for the overall geodetic site works and research works for housing units and land development works. The position is responsible for the checking and correction, review, and revision of new and existing geodetic surveys and plans prior to approval

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Works closely with the Construction Management Head and Project Development Head to achieve objectives, targets, and strategies for the planning, design, and execution of housing units and land development works in relation to proposed or approved projects or activities needed to carry out the established company-wide projects and goals.

2. Preparation of technical description, lot data computations, and verified survey returns according to the department head's instructions

3. Research survey data, verification of titles, and other studies related to the practice of geodetic engineering according to the department head's instructions.

4. Prepare geodetic and surveying plans and documents for planning & design references, construction, bid documents, and permit purposes.

5. Conducts land development surveys such as relocation, original, re-survey, verification surveys, layout, and monumenting of lots

6. Carry out engineering surveys such as establishment and verification of geodetic and project control points, vertical control, differential leveling, permanent works and as-built survey, setting-out and verification of references and elevations.

7. Inspection of permanent works and quality control in adherence to approved plans and specifications

8. Conducts engineering-related studies, including feasibility and comparative studies.

9. Create geodetic engineering-related reports and paperwork and facilitate the plotting and blueprinting of survey and geodetic plans.

10. Attends to and negotiates revisions, changes, and additions to housing units and land development works contractual agreements with architects, engineers, consultants, clients, suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.

11. Confer with site engineers, unit heads, and contractors involved in discussing and resolving matters with regard to geodetic works and design issues.

12. Attend to concerns of site engineers/supervisors and contractors' subcontractors regarding the implementation and/or changes in the approved plans and specifications of housing units and land development works designs.

13. Strictly observe the company's rules and guidelines for planning and design. Properly sign all documents required in the application of all related documents required in the initial stage of the development of the subdivision and in the closing of the project.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Fresh board passer without experience is welcome to apply
• Experience in real estate or property development projects, particularly in housing and subdivision developments, is an advantage.
• CAD proficient and adept in Civil 3D
• Knowledgeable in operating Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Candidates should possess strong skills in land surveying and surveying, including field data collection, boundary determination, and topographic surveys.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in operating Total Station, RTK, and related survey instruments, including data downloading, calibration, and equipment maintenance.
• Candidates should possess capabilities in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including spatial data management, mapping, and integration of survey data into geospatial platforms.
• Candidates should possess a solid foundation in civil engineering principles relevant to site development, infrastructure layout, and construction coordination.
• Bachelor's degree and professional license in geodetic engineering
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret engineering plans and legal property documents.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and engage with external partners and government agencies.
• Proficiency in survey and mapping software and familiarity with relevant local standards, codes, and permitting processes.