Civil Construction Surveyor - Wānaka

Wanaka, Full Time, Construction
Please Quote Reference Number 17795
**- Proven surveying experience in civil construction or earthworks

• Competitive remuneration package aligned with experience
• Excellent career opportunity with Ross Reid Contractors Ltd**

Ross Reid Contractors Ltd is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Surveyor for a new project based in the Wānaka region.

This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for delivering accurate surveying, set-out, earthworks calculations, as-built documentation and technical support throughout the project.

About the Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Completing construction set-out for earthworks, drainage, roads, boundaries and structures
• Performing earthworks cut-and-fill calculations and design checks
• Conducting topographical, level and field surveys
• Preparing survey drawings, cross-sections, maps and reports
• Collecting and processing survey data
• Producing and maintaining accurate as-built plans and records
• Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and engineering information
• Confirming that civil works are constructed in accordance with approved designs
• Operating GPS, total stations, levels and other modern survey equipment
• Maintaining equipment calibration and survey registers
• Using CAD and survey software to process data and prepare plans
• Providing measurement information for monthly progress claims
• Supplying survey information for project costing and reporting
• Checking and validating work completed by subcontractors
• Liaising with project managers, engineers, consultants, clients and site teams
• Supporting and mentoring junior survey staff where required
• Ensuring survey information is current, accurate and readily accessible
• Promoting safe work practices and compliance with HSEQ requirements

About You

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• At least five years' senior surveying experience in civil construction or earthworks
• Strong experience with civil construction set-out and as-built surveying
• Proven ability to complete cut-and-fill calculations
• Experience surveying drainage, roads, structures and bulk earthworks
• Proficiency with GPS, total stations and modern survey technology
• Experience using Civil CAD, Magnet and Trimble Business Center