Chief Surveyor - Bridges

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Chief Surveyor in Saudi Arabia to lead all surveying activities for major bridge and infrastructure projects. You will establish control networks, oversee setting out, and ensure geometric accuracy across foundations, piers, girders, and road alignments.

The role requires extensive GCC experience, leadership skills, and collaboration with international consultants, clients, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or civil engineering.
• Professional surveying certification or registration preferred.
• GIS/BIM qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and supervise the project survey team for bridge and infrastructure works.
• Develop and implement project survey strategies and procedures.
• Coordinate survey activities across multiple fronts to support schedules.
• Establish control networks and oversee setting out for bridges and road works.
• Ensure surveys comply with IFC drawings, specs, and QA requirements.
• Review survey data, calculations and as-built deliverables for accuracy.
• Promote safety and coordinate with stakeholders and design teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Surveying or Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Leica Geo Office

Survey Processing Software

BIM-integrated survey workflows

Job description

• Transportation Corridors

• Minimum 12-15 years of surveying experience on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 7 years in a senior or lead surveying role.
• Extensive experience in:
  • Bridge Construction Projects
  • Highway Infrastructure Projects
  • Transportation Corridors
  • Major Interchanges
  • Urban Infrastructure Developments
  • Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale bridge projects from foundation through superstructure completion.
  • Previous experience on mega projects within the GCC region, preferably Saudi Arabia.
  • Experience working with international consultants, government authorities, and major contractors.

Technical Competencies

Overview

The Chief Surveyor will lead and manage all surveying activities for the Projects, ensuring the accurate establishment, control, monitoring, and verification of bridge and infrastructure works throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires extensive experience in major bridge construction, highway infrastructure, grade separations, interchanges, and transportation projects.

Your role

Survey Leadership & Management

• Lead, manage, and supervise the project survey team across all bridge and infrastructure construction activities.
• Develop and implement project survey strategies, methodologies, and procedures.
• Allocate survey resources and ensure adequate manpower and equipment are available to meet project requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to survey engineers, surveyors, and survey assistants.
• Coordinate survey activities across multiple work fronts to support construction schedules.

Survey Control & Construction Setting Out

• Establish, maintain, and verify primary and secondary survey control networks for the project.
• Oversee setting out activities for:
  • Bridge foundations
  • Pile locations
  • Abutments
  • Piers
  • Bridge superstructures
  • Deck alignments
  • Retaining structures
  • Highway and roadway infrastructure
• Verify geometric accuracy, elevations, coordinates, and construction tolerances.
• Ensure all survey activities are carried out in accordance with approved IFC drawings and project specifications.

Bridges & Infrastructure Expertise

• Lead survey works associated with complex bridge structures, including:
  • Viaducts
  • Flyovers
  • Interchanges
  • Underpasses
  • Highway bridges
• Monitor structural alignment and geometry throughout bridge construction stages.
• Ensure accurate positioning of bridge bearing locations, pier caps, girders, deck segments, and associated infrastructure elements.
• Support construction teams in resolving survey-related challenges and alignment issues.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Establish quality control procedures for all survey activities.
• Review and approve survey reports, calculations, field data, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure compliance with client standards, contractual requirements, and industry best practices.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality reviews.
• Verify contractor and subcontractor survey submissions.

Data Management & Technology

• Manage survey data acquisition, processing, storage, and reporting.
• Ensure proper utilization of:
  • Total Stations
  • GNSS/GPS Equipment
  • Digital Levels
  • Laser Scanners
  • Survey Management Software
• Review and validate survey calculations, coordinate systems, and digital models.
• Support the implementation of GIS, BIM, and digital engineering requirements where applicable.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate closely with:
  • Construction Managers
  • Resident Engineers
  • Design Teams
  • Quality Teams
  • Project Controls Teams
  • Client Representatives
• Attend progress meetings and provide survey updates and technical recommendations.
• Support dispute resolution and technical approvals relating to survey matters.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture within the survey team.
• Ensure all survey operations comply with project HSE requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safe working practices in active construction environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Surveying, Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Surveying Certification or Registration is preferred.
• Additional qualifications in GIS, BIM, or Digital Engineering will be advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 12-15 years of surveying experience on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 7 years in a senior or lead surveying role.
• Extensive experience in:
  • Bridge Construction Projects
  • Highway Infrastructure Projects
  • Transportation Corridors
  • Major Interchanges
  • Urban Infrastructure Developments
  • Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale bridge projects from foundation through superstructure completion.
  • Previous experience on mega projects within the GCC region, preferably Saudi Arabia.
  • Experience working with international consultants, government authorities, and major contractors.

Technical Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of bridge construction surveying methodologies and geometric control.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Bridge alignment and geometry
  • Structural tolerances
  • Geodetic and engineering surveying principles
  • Highway and infrastructure design interfaces
• Proficiency in:
  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • Trimble Business Center
  • Leica Geo Office
  • Survey Processing Software
  • BIM-integrated survey workflows
  • Strong capability in reviewing survey calculations, coordinate systems, and as-built deliverables.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive decision-making and planning capabilities.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

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