Survey Engineer

Job Purpose:

To lead, plan, and manage all surveying activities within infrastructure and land expropriation projects, ensuring accurate boundary determination, land acquisition mapping, compliance with regulations, and timely project delivery within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage all surveying operations across project phases.
• Lead and supervise survey teams, field crews, and technical staff.
• Oversee cadastral, topographic, and boundary surveys.
• Manage surveying activities related to land expropriation and right-of-way acquisition.
• Verify land ownership boundaries against legal documentation and title deeds.
• Review and approve survey drawings, reports, and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate with government authorities, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Support valuation and compensation committees with accurate spatial data.
• Ensure compliance with local land acquisition laws and regulations.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Implement quality control procedures for surveying outputs.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying Engineering or Geomatics.
• 8+ years of experience in surveying, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in land expropriation, right-of-way, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of cadastral systems and land acquisition procedures.
• Proficiency in Total Station, GNSS/GPS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software.
• Professional certification or registration preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent project planning and organizational abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and risk management capabilities.