E Construction | Surveyor

Job title: E Construction | Surveyor

Job description: Subsidiary: N.P.A Ltd.

10130 – 21 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1W7 Telephone: (780) 467-7701

E Construction, a division of NPA Ltd. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Key Responsibilities

Surveying:

• Utilize specialized GPS equipment to determine precise measures of grades and positions on a job site, including the set-up of laser levels and slope lasers.
• Accurately measure distances, directions and angles between points and elevations of points, lines and contours on, above and/or below the Earths’ surface.
• Accurately record measurements, deviations and other information obtained through survey activities, and organize and store the information for later retrieval.
• Read and interpret construction plans and transpose plan information onto the worksite.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting of survey layout and machine control data to ensure all data and work performed is accurate and up to date.
• Assess construction work and physical placement of materials ensuring adherence to designated lines and grades.
• Develop ongoing and effective communication with foreman and site workers to ensure adherence to established lay out and grades as well as on-site survey interpretation.
• Perform routine field monitoring in the form of grade checking of construction work activities to ensure accuracy with reference to the site plan.
• Draw up profiles of roads, details of intersections, culvert installations and property line layouts.
• Research legal records to determine evidence of previous boundaries, and analyze data to determine the location of boundary lines.
• Direct, instruct, mentor, train and develop junior surveyors.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other Surveying duties as required.

Safety and Teamwork:

• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.
• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
• Promote a team approach throughout the organization and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Certifications

• Minimum of a 2 – 3 year Technical Diploma in Geomatic Technology or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Class 5 Drivers License

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3+ years’ Surveying experience within the road and civil construction industry.

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of contract specifications, surveying procedures, road construction materials and industry requirements.
• Beginner to intermediate Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Word, Project, Outlook
• Intermediate computer skills

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required.
• Travel as required.
• Work may be performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• The use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
• Must comply with all company policies.
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals.

E Construction is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with E Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

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