About the Role
Description
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As a surveyor within Pomerleau’s Civil and Infrastructure Construction team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of layout for our future projects. Working on major civil, infrastructure, and industrial projects—ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion—you’ll leverage your exceptional attention to detail to significantly contribute to project success.
What You’ll Do
Set up and operate total stations and GPS equipment for precise layout and as-built surveys of civil, infrastructure, and industrial structures.
Utilize various surveying instruments, data collection tools, and layout software to support construction activities; experience with Leica surveying equipment is an asset.
Establish, verify, and maintain survey control networks and geodetic benchmarks to meet project layout and quality assurance requirements.
Conduct deformation, settlement, and subsurface utility monitoring surveys as required by the project.
Perform quality control checks on field measurements, calculations, and deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
Adhere to the survey department’s document management standards, data storage practices, file formats, data processing procedures, and survey request closure requirements.
Collaborate with project teams, superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors to prioritize survey requests and support construction schedules.
Comply with company health and safety policies, WorkSafeBC regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
Foster a positive, trust-based work environment, communicate effectively with colleagues and other trades on-site, and work collaboratively as part of the team.
Process, manage, and verify the quality of field-collected data.
This Role Might Be for You If You Have:
At least 5 years of construction surveying experience on civil, infrastructure, industrial, or heavy construction projects.
Post-secondary education in geomatics, geospatial sciences, surveying, civil engineering technology, or a related technical discipline (a significant asset).
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings, and survey control reports.
Solid knowledge of survey control networks, coordinate systems, map projections, geoid models, and best practices in construction surveying.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently on multiple assignments and tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with Leica Captivate, Leica Infinity, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and construction layout software (an asset).
Flexibility to adapt to variable work hours as project needs dictate.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 lb (23 kg).
Capacity to work extended hours in varied weather conditions.
Comfort working near or over water, on steep slopes, in excavation zones, and within active construction sites.
Additional Assets (Not Required)
Proficiency in both official languages of Canada (French and English).
Benefits
Group RRSP – up to 5% employer contribution
Hybrid work – flexibility for corporate roles
Employee ownership – become a partner in our success
Professional development – support for your career growth
Paid transit pass – commute to work at no cost
Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For six consecutive years, Pomerleau has been named one of Canada’s 100 Best Employers.
The salary range posted for this position applies to work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final role for which you are hired.
Please refer to Pomerleau’s official careers site for compensation details if the salary is not visible on third-party job boards.
Pomerleau is a leading Canadian construction company, recognized for delivering complex projects nationwide. We offer a work environment where respect, support, and individual development are at the heart of our priorities. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. If this resonates with you, apply for this position or contact one of our recruiters to learn how we can support your journey.