Field Surveyor

Job Title

Field Surveyor

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Infrastructure

Job Type

Full-time permanent

About Us

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada.

We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 16 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company. 

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We are currently searching for a Field Surveyor to join the Field Services team in our Edmonton office.

The successful candidate will provide a variety of field construction inspection and site survey services to support design and construction of municipal or regional infrastructure projects. As the ideal candidate, you are an excellent communicator with effective organizational skills and leadership potential, who thrives in a dynamic work environment. Your abilities will be strengthened and grown through a range of projects focused on the delivery of infrastructure projects in Northern Alberta.

What we offer:
•    A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible. 
•    A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office. 
•    Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program. 
•    Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs, training opportunities, professional designation support and a Young Professionals Group.
•    An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities. 
•    Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility. 
•    An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton.  

Your responsibilities will include:
•    Topographical surveys which may include but are not limited to open field, roadway, highway, urban municipal, wastewater facilities, manhole inspections, progress surveys, and remote locations.
•    Construction layout of various infrastructure types, including utility piping, roadways, sidewalks, curb and gutter, surface landscape features, pilings, etc.
•    Benchmark level circuits.
•    Completing the work with a variety of equipment including GPS/RTK, Total Station, and Robotic Total Station.
•    Processing survey data using related desktop software such as Trimble Business Centre or Topcon Office.
•    Prepare clear and concise project reports, field notes, sketches, memorandums, and other project support documentation.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:
•    A diploma in geomatics, construction, or civil engineering technology from an accredited technical institution.
•    2-5 years of relative experience with field surveying in a municipal setting.
•    Registered, or eligible for registration with ASET, ASSMT, or CIG.
•    Experience in GPS/RTK projections and localizations.
•    Experience with Trimble or Topcon survey equipment is considered an asset.
•    Ability to perform detailed calculations, and troubleshoot technical problems when in the field.
•    Experience with construction site monitoring is an asset.
•    Ability to perform detailed calculations and troubleshoot technical problems when in the field.
•    Willingness and ability to perform during busy seasons and adapt to changing demands.
•    Ability to use Civil 3D/AutoCad to manipulate survey data is considered an asset.
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•    Excellent organizational and time management skills.
•    Demonstration of leadership capabilities.
•    Possesses a valid driver’s license.
•    Ability to travel within Alberta for short or longer term (overnight stay) assignments.

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.