Job Description

Survey Engineer 

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering – Mandatory

• Certification or training in Surveying / Total Station / AutoCAD / Survey Software preferred

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction surveying, preferably in high-rise building projects

Job Location

• Project Site

Role Overview

The Survey Engineer will be responsible for carrying out surveying activities required for construction execution, including layout marking, level checking, and dimensional control of structural works.

The role ensures that construction activities are executed as per approved drawings, coordinates, and project benchmarks. The candidate will work closely with civil execution teams, tower incharges, and QA/QC teams to maintain survey accuracy during construction.

Key Responsibilities

Layout & Setting Out

• Perform layout and setting out of structural elements such as columns, shear walls, beams, and slabs as per approved drawings.

• Mark grid lines, column locations, and reference points using survey instruments.

• Ensure accurate positioning of construction elements at site.

Level Control

• Establish and maintain benchmarks and reference levels for construction activities.

• Check and monitor levels for excavation, footing, slabs, and structural works.

• Ensure construction work follows approved level tolerances.

Survey Execution

• Operate survey instruments such as Total Station, Auto Level, and Dumpy Level for site measurements.

• Assist in establishing survey control points and reference coordinates.

• Perform regular survey checks to ensure alignment and dimensional accuracy.

Coordination with Execution Teams

• Coordinate with tower incharges, engineers, and supervisors for survey requirements.

• Provide layout references for formwork, reinforcement, and concrete works.

• Support execution teams in resolving survey-related technical issues.

Verification & Accuracy Checks

• Conduct regular checks to ensure structural alignment and dimensional accuracy.

• Verify layout markings before commencement of formwork and reinforcement activities.

• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for survey verification during critical stages of construction.

Survey Equipment Handling

• Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and handling of survey instruments.

• Check accuracy and calibration of Total Station and leveling instruments.

• Maintain survey equipment in proper working condition.

Documentation & Records

• Maintain records of survey readings, layout coordinates, and measurement data.

• Prepare survey reports and documentation for project records.

• Ensure proper documentation of control points and reference benchmarks.

Technical Skills Required

• Proficiency in Total Station, Auto Level, and Dumpy Level operations

• Strong understanding of construction layout and level control

• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and survey coordinates

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and basic survey software

• Proficiency in MS Excel and survey documentation

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to accuracy and detail in survey measurements

• Good coordination with execution and QA/QC teams

• Ability to handle survey work in high-rise construction environments

• Good problem-solving skills related to site layout challenges