Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.com.co/empleo/1a954i

Position Title: Site Surveyor
Department: Construction / Projects
Reports To: Construction Manager / Project Manager / Senior Surveyor
Location: Site-based, with travel between project sites as required

SPEC-Africa requires a highly experienced Site Surveyor who will be responsible for carrying out accurate site measurements, setting out works, verifying levels, preparing survey data, and supporting the construction team to ensure that works are executed according to drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

The role is critical in ensuring that construction activities are correctly positioned, measured, recorded, and controlled to avoid errors, delays, rework, and cost overruns.

Responsibilities

1. Site Setting Out and Measurements

Set out construction works accurately in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and site instructions.

Establish and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, levels, and reference lines.

Conduct accurate measurements for excavations, foundations, structures, services, fencing, roads, earthworks, and other construction activities.

Verify levels, alignments, dimensions, and positions before and during construction.

Identify and report discrepancies between drawings, site conditions, and presente measurements.

2. Survey Data and Reporting

Record all survey measurements accurately and maintain proper site survey records.

Prepare survey reports, sketches, marked‑up drawings, and as-built information where required.

Provide measurement data to the Quantity Surveying, Engineering, and Construction teams.

Assist with progress measurement and verification of completed works.

Ensure survey information is filed and available for project records, claims, quality control, and handover purposes.

3. Technical Support to Site Teams

Support the Construction Manager, Site Agent, Foreman, and Engineers with technical survey information.

Assist with resolving site measurement or drawing‑related queries.

Confirm that works are executed within specified tolerances.

Provide guidance to site teams where incorrect positioning, levels, or measurements may affect quality or programme.

Escalate any potential construction risks, clashes,



or deviations immediately.

4. Quality and Compliance

Ensure survey work supports compliance with project specifications, drawings, quality standards, and client requirements.

Assist with inspections, quality checks, and verification of completed works.

Maintain accurate as-built records for completed sections of work.

Ensure that survey equipment is calibrated, maintained, and used correctly.

Comply with company policies, site procedures, safety requirements, and quality management systems.

5. Health, Safety and Site Conduct

Follow all site health and safety rules and procedures.

Ensure that survey work is carried out safely, particularly near moving plant, excavations, live traffic, restricted areas, or high-risk zones.

Report unsafe conditions, access restrictions, or site risks to the relevant manager.

Maintain professional conduct when dealing with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Minimum Requirements

- Relevant qualification in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
- Previous experience as a Site Surveyor in the construction industry.
- Experience with setting out, levelling, site measurements, and as-built surveys.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and survey data.
- Proficiency in using surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS, dumpy levels, laser levels, and related tools.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to travel and work on different project sites.

Preferred Requirements

- Experience on civil, building, fencing, infrastructure, earthworks, or security-related construction projects.
- Experience working on large construction sites with multiple disciplines.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar survey/design software.
- Experience preparing as-built drawings and survey reports.




- Familiarity with quality control processes and construction documentation.
- Experience working with client representatives, engineers, and principal agents.

Skills and Competencies

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good understanding of construction drawings and site layouts.
- Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
- Ability to identify discrepancies and communicate them clearly.
- Good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
- Practical problem‑solving ability.
- Reliable, disciplined, and safety conscious.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a site team.

Key Performance Areas

- Accuracy of setting out and site measurements.
- Timely completion of survey tasks.
- Quality and completeness of survey records and reports.
- Reduction of setting-out errors, rework, and measurement disputes.
- Effective support to construction and project teams.
- Compliance with health, safety, quality, and site procedures.
- Proper maintenance and control of survey equipment.
- Timely escalation of drawing discrepancies, site clashes, or measurement concerns.

Personal Attributes

- Accurate and detail focused.
- Practical and hands‑on.
- Reliable and accountable.
- Professional in dealing with site teams and external parties.
- Able to remain calm under pressure.
- Proactive in identifying issues before they become costly problems.
- Willing to work outdoors and in demanding site conditions.

Working Conditions

- The role is primarily site-based.
- The employee may be required to work extended hours, weekends, or overtime depending on project requirements.
- The role may involve travel between sites.
- Work may take place in outdoor environments, active construction zones, restricted access areas, or remote project locations.

SPEC-Africa does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.com.co/empleo/1a954i

📌 Site Surveyor Operations Cape Town (Colombia)
🏢 Heart Talent
📍 Colombia