Land Surveyor

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Riyadh is seeking a qualified Land Surveyor to supervise survey activities on major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of experience in land surveying, with strong knowledge of roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels. Responsibilities include monitoring survey data and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Excellent communication skills in English are required, and knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in land surveying, preferably with 5 years in consultant supervision roles.
• Experience with roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels construction projects.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee survey activities on roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels.
• Verify survey data and measurements submitted by the contractor.
• Monitor contractor's survey teams to ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Land surveying

Communication skills

Survey instruments proficiency

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying

Tools

Total Station

GPS

Auto Level

Job description

Overview

WSP is seeking a qualified Land Surveyor to join our supervision team in Riyadh. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring, checking, and verifying survey works related to roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels on a major infrastructure program. This role requires close coordination with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality of construction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in land surveying with at least 5 years in consultant supervision roles.
• Proven experience in roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of survey instruments (Total Station, GPS, Auto Level) and relevant software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Previous experience working with international consultants in large infrastructure projects in the Middle East is preferred.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day site supervision of survey activities on roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels.
• Verify survey data, measurements, levels, and alignments submitted by the contractor.
• Check the accuracy of setting out, benchmarks, and reference points as per approved drawings and specifications.
• Monitor the contractor’s survey teams and ensure all works comply with design, contract requirements, and project specifications.
• Prepare and maintain survey records, site sketches, and documentation for approval.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, and design teams to resolve discrepancies or technical issues.
• Ensure safety, quality, and environmental standards are maintained during survey operations.
• Support the Resident Engineer and senior supervision staff in delivering project milestones.