Land Surveyor

UCC Holding; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is looking to hire a Junior Land Surveyor to assist in land, property, and construction surveying under the supervision of senior surveyors and engineers.

You will gain practical experience with Total Stations, GPS/GNSS, and AutoCAD/Civil 3D while contributing to mapping, setting-out, and boundary tasks across projects. This role emphasizes learning, accuracy, and collaboration on-site.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geomatics or related field.
• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of surveying/construction experience.
• Basic knowledge of surveying principles and field practices.
• Familiar with Total Stations, GPS/GNSS, and other surveying instruments.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and maps.

Responsibilities

• Assist in land, topographic, and construction surveys with surveying instruments.
• Support survey control points and benchmarks establishment.
• Assist with setting-out for buildings, roads, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Record, maintain, and report survey measurements and notes.
• Prepare drawings and maps using AutoCAD and related software.
• Participate in as-built surveys to verify works against drawings.
• Identify site discrepancies and report to senior surveyors.
• Support boundary surveys and property measurements per regulations.
• Perform basic survey calculations and data processing under supervision.
• Coordinate with project teams and site personnel to support survey activities.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of surveying equipment.
• Follow project specs, standards, and HSE requirements.

Skills

Total Stations

GPS/GNSS

Reading drawings

Coordinate systems

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

The Junior Land Surveyor supports surveying activities for land, property, and construction projects by assisting in collecting accurate measurements and survey data. The role contributes to construction, land development, mapping, and infrastructure projects while gaining practical experience under the supervision of senior surveyors and engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting land, topographic, and construction surveys using Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, digital levels, and other surveying instruments
• .Support the establishment and verification of survey control points and benchmarks
• .Assist with construction setting-out and layout activities for buildings, roads, utilities, and infrastructure projects
• .Collect, record, and maintain survey measurements, field observations, and survey notes
• .Help prepare survey drawings, maps, sketches, and reports using AutoCAD and other survey software
• .Participate in as-built surveys to verify completed works against project drawings and specifications
• .Assist in identifying site discrepancies and reporting findings to senior surveyors or engineers
• .Support boundary surveys and property measurements in accordance with project requirements and applicable regulations
• .Perform basic survey calculations and data processing under supervision
• .Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and site personnel to support survey activities
• .Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and storage of surveying equipment
• .Follow company procedures, project specifications, quality requirements, and surveying standards
• .Comply with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements and actively participate in safety initiatives

.Qualifications and Skill

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• .Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of relevant experience in surveying or construction projects
• .Basic knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, and practices
• .Familiarity with Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, digital levels, and surveying instruments
• .Basic understanding of survey calculations, coordinate systems, and mapping techniques
• .Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with Civil 3D is an advantage
• .Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, maps, and technical documents
• .Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• .Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• .Good communication and teamwork abilities
• .Willingness to learn and develop technical surveying skills
• .Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is considered an advantage

.Experience

• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of experience in land surveying, construction surveying, or related fieldwork
• .Internship, cooperative training, or practical experience in construction, infrastructure, or land development projects is preferred