Surveyor

Surveyor

• Job Type Full Time , Onsite
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 2 - 5 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Construction and Site Engineering , Engineering / Technical

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct land, topographical, boundary, engineering, and construction surveys as required.

• Establish and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, and reference coordinates.

• Carry out site measurements, levelling, setting-out, and alignment activities.

• Prepare survey drawings, maps, plans, reports, and other technical documentation.

• Use surveying instruments and equipment, including Total Stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, levels, and other relevant tools.

• Interpret architectural, engineering, and construction drawings to support project execution.

• Monitor construction activities to ensure that structures, roads, foundations, and other project components are positioned according to approved designs.

• Collect, process, analyse, and interpret field survey data.

• Identify and report discrepancies between approved drawings and actual site conditions.

• Liaise with engineers, architects, contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders.

• Ensure surveying equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and secured.

• Maintain accurate records of survey activities, measurements, and technical findings.

• Ensure compliance with applicable surveying regulations, health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Perform other duties as may be assigned by management.

• Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Surveying and Geoinformatics, Geomatics, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant professional experience.

• Professional registration or membership with relevant surveying bodies (e.g., SURCON) will be an added advantage.

• Experience in construction, infrastructure, land development, or engineering projects is desirable.

• Required Technical Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in the use of Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and automatic levels.

• Good knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS software, and relevant surveying applications.

• Strong understanding of topographical surveying, mapping, and terrain modelling.

• Strong understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, levelling, and setting-out techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings.

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Good technical report writing and documentation skills.

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Good communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and reliability of survey measurements and reports.

• Timeliness of survey assignments and deliverables.

• Accuracy of construction setting-out and alignment activities.

• Compliance with project specifications and technical standards.

• Proper maintenance and utilisation of surveying equipment.

• Timely identification and reporting of site discrepancies.

• Quality and completeness of survey documentation.

• Compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

• Working Conditions

• The role involves both fieldwork and office-based activities.

• Frequent visits to construction sites and project locations may be required.

• The successful candidate must be willing to work outdoors and travel to project sites when necessary.

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