Land Surveyor - Utilities

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WSP seeks an experienced Land Surveyor to join its Abu Dhabi supervision team for a major utilities and infrastructure project, focusing on wet and dry utilities, day to day surveying, setting out, and coordination with the site team. You will verify contractor survey data, supervise trenching and duct banks, and maintain survey records and as built data while ensuring compliance with Abu Dhabi standards. The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying, 7–10 years in land surveying with at least five years on UAE utilities projects in a consultant or supervision role, and proficiency with Total Station, GPS, Auto Level and AutoCAD Civil 3D. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight UAE utilities experience, provide concrete examples of setting out and as built submissions, and show collaboration with Resident Engineer and inspectors, plus health and safety contributions.

WSP is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor to join our supervision team for a major utilities and infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi. The role requires strong technical expertise in surveying, particularly in wet and dry utilities, and previous experience working with consultants on large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Conduct day-to-day surveying and setting out works for utilities (water, sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, electrical, telecom, etc.) in coordination with the site team.
• Verify contractors’ survey data, setting out points, levels, and alignments to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
• Supervise and inspect trench excavations, duct banks, manholes, chambers, and pipe/cable routes to confirm alignment and levels.
• Maintain survey records, field books, and as-built data in line with project requirements.
• Coordinate with the Resident Engineer, Civil/Utility Inspectors, and Contractor’s surveyors to resolve site issues.
• Review and verify as-built drawings and survey submissions from contractors before final approval.
• Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi authorities’ standards and specifications (e.g., ADDC, TRANSCO, ADSSC, DOT, ADM).
• Assist in preparing progress reports, technical records, and survey-related documentation for the project.
• Monitor and ensure contractors adhere to health, safety, and quality standards while carrying out survey works.

• Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or equivalent.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in land surveying, with at least 5 years on utilities and infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Previous experience with an engineering consultant/supervision role is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of survey instruments (Total Station, GPS, Auto Level) and associated software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
• Familiarity with authority requirements and utility standards in Abu Dhabi.
• Good communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with contractors and stakeholders.

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