Job Description

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Operations, the Surveyor will support the surveying team with geometric measurements and verifying survey data on GIP’s projects.

Primary Scope of Role :

• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed for redlines and as-built drawings.
• Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements using surveying instruments such as: total stations, theodolites, GPS, and other robotic survey equipment and software.
• Establish reference points and markers to aid in the guidance of the construction operations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and documents to determine layout requirements.
• Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
• Record the results of surveys, including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of existing conditions or new construction features.
• Interpret contract items and distribute quantities in applicable unit pay items.
• Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of existing conditions or new construction features.
• Interpret contract drawings and calculate cubic volumes (i.e., cut to waste, cut to fill, sub-excavation)
• Performing topography and quantity surveying for earthworks and construction layout.
• Work closely with Engineers, Architects, and Construction Crews to ensure the layout aligns with design specifications.
• Assist in problem solving any layout related issues that arise before or during construction.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or management to support the overall objectives of the company.

Position Requirements :

• Completion of post-secondary diploma in a civil engineering technology/geomatics program.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro survey, and MS Office software.
• Proficient with the use of Topcon GPS and survey measurement equipment.
• Mathematical aptitude to complete surveying calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret Construction Drawings, maps, plans and layout sheets and keep legible survey notes.
• Ability to work with a construction team and report to a project manager and superintendents on a regular basis.
• A valid G class is required
• Results-driven with an ability to deliver success in a fast-paced environment.
• Outcome-focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business.
• Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives.
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Demonstrate versatility and resourcefulness in overcoming business challenges.

Success Predictors

• Analytical mindset.
• Versatile and resourceful problem solver.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Effective communicator, confident in engaging with all levels of the company.

About Us

Our People

At Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are second to none. Our most valuable asset is people – our employees, our customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.

Our Work

The work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighborhood's and shapes our communities and cities. We are one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing construction companies. Every day our people are designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation, remediation, to structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors. The work we at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.

Our Culture

We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences.

Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by taking old roads and reengineering them into new roads, keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills.

As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today. If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!

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