Civil Construction Surveyor
Company: Infracon Group of Companies
Location: Prince Rupert, BC
Type: Full-Time / Project-Based
Wage Range: $33.00 – $42.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
About the Role
The Infracon Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Surveyor for a for a municipal sewer and water infrastructure project in Prince Rupert, BC.
This role is best suited for a detail-oriented and technically skilled surveyor with experience supporting active construction operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing layout, grade checks, as-builts, quantity measurements, and survey support for civil construction activities such as roadwork, earthworks, drainage, utilities, and site development.
We are looking for someone who can work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, equipment operators, engineers, and clients to ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and according to project specifications. The ideal candidate takes pride in accuracy, communicates clearly with field crews, and understands the importance of survey support in maintaining quality, production, and project controls.
This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor who enjoys varied project work and is open to supporting projects in different locations throughout Western Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Survey & Layout
- Complete construction layout for civil construction, roadwork, utility, and drainage.
- Establish, verify, and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, alignments, elevations, and offsets
- Provide grade, line, slope, and elevation information to foremen, operators, pipe crews, and field teams
- Support layout for roads, pads, utilities, ditches, culverts, structures, trenches, slopes, and other civil works
- Complete grade checks and quality checks to confirm work meets drawings, specifications, and project requirements
- Assist field crews with practical layout and survey support to keep work progressing efficiently
Survey Data, As-Builts & Reporting
- Collect accurate field data for as-built records, progress tracking, quantity measurements, and project documentation
- Prepare and maintain survey notes, field records, sketches, reports, and digital files
- Ensure survey information is organized, accurate, and available to project teams when needed
- Identify discrepancies between field conditions, drawings, grades, or design information and communicate them promptly
Technology & Equipment
- Operate and maintain survey equipment, including GPS, total stations, data collectors, levels, and related tools
- Use survey software and digital platforms to process, manage, and share survey data
- Upload, download, organize, and maintain design files, surfaces, alignments, control data, and field information
- Ensure survey equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and stored
- Troubleshoot basic equipment, data, and field layout issues
- Support machine control setup, verification, and field checks where applicable
Field Coordination & Project Support
- Work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, operators, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives
- Provide clear and timely survey information to support safe and efficient field operations
- Communicate field conditions, layout concerns, grade issues, and potential conflicts to supervision
- Support planning and sequencing by providing accurate survey data and field measurements
- Adapt to changing project requirements, site conditions, weather, and operational priorities
- Represent the Infracon Group of Companies professionally on project sites
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company, client, and project safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices
- Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, field-level hazard assessments, and site orientations
- Work safely around active equipment, traffic, excavations, slopes, trenches, utilities, and changing site conditions
- Use required personal protective equipment at all times
- Identify and report hazards, incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions
- Maintain strong situational awareness while working independently or around active construction operations
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, quality, and teamwork
What You Bring
- Previous experience as a surveyor in civil construction, roadwork, earthworks, mining, utilities, or pipeline-related projects
- Strong understanding of construction layout, grading, survey control, as-builts, and field measurements
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, profiles, cross-sections, specifications, and survey data
- Experience using GPS, total stations, data collectors, levels, and survey software
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to communicate clearly with field crews, operators, supervisors, engineers, and project teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify layout or grade conflicts early
- Ability to work independently while supporting active field operations
- Reliable, organized, and willing to travel for project-based work
- Strong commitment to safety and professional conduct
Qualifications
- Previous civil construction surveying experience is required
- Diploma, certificate, or formal training in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, construction management, or a related field is preferred
- Experience in civil construction, mining, pipeline maintenance, road construction, drainage, utilities, reclamation, or earthworks is strongly preferred
- Proficiency with GPS, total station, data collectors, survey software, and Microsoft Office is preferred
- Experience with machine control, drone surveying, Civil 3D, Trimble, Topcon, Leica, or similar systems is considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation are preferred
- Ground Disturbance, CSTS, WHMIS, First Aid, H2S Alive, or other safety certifications are considered assets depending on project requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
- Ability to travel to project locations throughout Western Canada as required
- Must be eligible to work in Canada
- Drug and alcohol testing may be required depending on client, site, or project requirements
Working Conditions
- Current project is based in Prince Rupert, BC
- Future project-based work in various locations throughout Western Canada
- Potential project areas may include Hope, 100 Mile House, Merritt, Dawson Creek, Kamloops, and surrounding regions
- Work may take place in civil construction, mining, industrial, pipeline, roadwork, utility, drainage, reclamation, or remote project environments
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, dust, mud, and uneven terrain
- Exposure to active equipment, traffic, noise, trenches, excavations, slopes, utilities, and changing site conditions
- Role may require walking long distances, carrying survey equipment, climbing in and out of vehicles, and working independently in the field
- Shift schedules, rotations, overtime, and travel requirements may vary by project
- Living out allowance, camp, travel, or other project-specific arrangements may apply depending on location and project terms
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage range of $33.00 – $42.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available
- Benefits and applicable company programs may be available based on employment status and eligibility
- Project-specific compensation terms, travel, LOA, rotation, or accommodation details may vary by assignment
- Opportunity to support civil construction, mining, pipeline maintenance, and infrastructure projects across Western Canada
What Success Looks Like
- Layout, grade checks, and survey support are completed accurately and efficiently
- Field crews receive clear, timely, and practical survey information
- As-built records, quantities, and survey documentation are accurate and organized
- Grade, design, or layout issues are identified early and communicated promptly
- Survey equipment and digital files are maintained and managed properly
- Project teams are supported with reliable data that helps reduce rework and improve production
- Work is completed with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, quality, and teamwork
Why Join Us
- Work with an experienced civil construction and industrial services team
- Support a variety of projects across Western Canada
- Apply your survey skills across civil, mining, roadwork, earthworks, drainage, utility, and pipeline maintenance projects
- Be part of a company focused on safe production, quality work, and operational excellence
- Contribute to infrastructure and resource-sector projects that support communities and industry across the region
