Surveyor/Survey engineer

Role & responsibilities :-

The Surveyor / Survey Engineer is responsible for carrying out precise surveying and setting-out activities for large-scale infrastructure projects such as canals, bridges, weirs, and dams. The role ensures alignment, levels, and positioning of structures in accordance with design drawings and technical specifications, especially in water-related and terrain-sensitive environments.

Preferred candidate profile :-

1. Pre-Construction Survey

• Conduct topographic, contour, and route surveys for canals and access roads
• Carry out hydrographic or river cross-section surveys for bridge, dam, and weir locations
• Establish permanent benchmarks (BM) and control points

2. Setting Out & Layout

• Set out alignment for canals (centerline, slopes, embankments)
• Mark layout for bridge foundations, piers, abutments, and deck levels
• Set out dam axis, spillway alignment, and weir crest levels
• Ensure correct positioning of structures as per approved drawings

3. Leveling & Alignment Control

• Maintain accurate Reduced Levels (RLs) for excavation, filling, and structure works
• Check gradients and slopes for canal flow
• Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment for bridges and hydraulic structures

4. Quantity Measurement & Earthwork

• Calculate earthwork quantities (cut & fill) for canals and embankments
• Measure excavation volumes for foundations of bridges and dams
• Assist in preparation of measurement books (MB)

5. Monitoring & As-Built Surveys

• Conduct periodic surveys to track construction progress
• Perform as-built surveys for final project documentation
• Identify and report deviations from design

6. Instrumentation & Technology

• Operate Total Station, DGPS, Auto Level, Drone (if applicable)
• Use software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D for plotting and data processing
• Ensure calibration and proper maintenance of survey instruments

7. Coordination

• Work closely with site engineers, design team, and project managers
• Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors for execution
• Provide survey inputs for planning and decision-making

8. Quality & Safety Compliance

• Ensure survey accuracy as per project tolerance limits
• Follow safety practices, especially near water bodies and heavy equipment
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and inspections

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma / B.Tech / BE in Civil Engineering
• 510+ years of experience in infrastructure projects (canal, dam, bridge preferred)
• Strong knowledge of leveling, traversing, and contouring
• Experience with hydraulic structure layouts
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, and survey software

Key Competencies

• High precision and accuracy
• Strong understanding of drawings and BOQ
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in challenging site conditions (river, remote areas)
• Team coordination and communication