Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Drive, Grow, Excel
At Steelcon, we’re not just building structures, we’re advancing the capability, reliability, and performance of the equipment that powers our operations. We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Surveyor to join our team in St. Thomas, Ontario.
If you enjoy working both in the field and with cutting-edge survey technology, we'd like to hear from you.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Construction Management team, the Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate layout, verification, and as-built survey services to support the successful installation of structural steel. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that field conditions align with project specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and precision.
The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, site supervisors, detailers, engineers, and installation crews to collect, analyze, and communicate survey data throughout all phases of construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform construction layout for structural steel installations using robotic total station technology.
- Establish and verify control points, gridlines, benchmarks, and reference lines.
- Complete anchor bolt as-built surveys and verify installation tolerances.
- Perform column plumbness verification and structural alignment surveys.
- Conduct elevator shaft analysis and foundation wall clash analysis.
- Capture field conditions using scanning technology when required.
- Produce accurate survey reports, layouts, and as-built documentation.
- Interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction plans.
- Coordinate survey activities with project managers, site supervisors, and field crews.
- Identify discrepancies between design and field conditions and communicate findings promptly.
- Maintain detailed survey records and documentation.
- Ensure all survey equipment is calibrated, maintained, and operating correctly.
- Follow Steelcon quality assurance procedures and all health and safety requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and best surveying practices.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Construction Surveyor or Survey Technician.
- Experience working on commercial, industrial, or structural steel construction projects is strongly preferred.
- Registration with OACETT is considered an asset.
- Diploma or degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Valid driver's licence with the ability to travel to project sites.
Technical Skills
Experience with the following is considered an asset:
- 3D laser scanning technology
- AutoCAD
- Tekla Structures
- Trimble Connect
- RealWorks
Experience with the following is required:
- Trimble Robotic Total Station
- Trimble FieldLink or Trimble Access
Knowledge of:
- GPS surveying
- Total stations
- Survey control networks
- Geomatics technology
- Survey science
- Construction surveying methods
- Structural steel layout and tolerances
- Engineering drawings and specifications
What We're Looking For
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Working Conditions
- Combination of office and outdoor construction site work
- Travel to active project sites as required
- Exposure to varying weather conditions
- Standing, walking, climbing, and working on active construction sites
- Use of specialized surveying equipment and technology
- Compliance with all PPE and site safety requirements
Steelcon Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.
