Assistant Surveyor

Roles and Responsibilities

• To achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the firm.
• Ability to integrate with key members of the design team and Client team.
• Assist in evaluating claims.
• Preparation of financial updates and monthly cost reports.
• Assesses and value progress payments and change requests.
• Review and compare scopes of work, production rates, and cost data.
• Preparation of earned value reports.
• Prepare, review, and update cash-flows.
• Estimate variation orders for Contractors/Subcontractors.
• Evaluate and negotiate variations and change orders in liaison with the Contract Administrator, Design and Construction Teams.
• Evaluate and negotiate final accounts settlements.

Specific Skills Required

• High level of literacy skills in English. Arabic speaking considered a benefit.
• Excellent working knowledge of industry best practices.
• To be part of our commercial team on an Infrastructure and housing project.
• Knowledge of cost and contract management techniques, budget management, and change control.
• Ability to present confidently.
• Ability to act with discretion and safeguarding confidentiality of project data.
• Computer literate, with specific experience in Cost Management software programs.

Person Specification (Personality Attributes)

• A dynamic, forward-thinking person with the skills to self-manage.
• Presentable and personable, this individual will be a team player and comfortable with working in a large team and dynamic environment.
• Build successful working relationships with internal departments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities for the timely completion of work.
• High level of professionalism, initiative, and creativity.
• Problem-solving/lateral thinking skills.

Experience

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience with large scale projects.
• Experience in infrastructure and housing projects beneficial.
• Communication and formal English language skills are considered essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a QS or Engineering degree or similar equivalent.
• MRICS preferable.

Desired Candidate Profile

1. Surveying and Measurements

• Site Surveys: Conducting land surveys to gather data on boundaries, contours, terrain, and any existing infrastructure. This could involve the use of traditional equipment (theodolites, levels) or modern tools such as Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and 3D Laser Scanners.
• Measuring and Mapping: Producing precise measurements, sketches, and maps of land areas or construction sites. This data is used for planning, designing, and constructing roads, buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure projects.
• Surveying for Construction: Ensuring that construction works are set out according to design specifications, checking the alignment and position of foundations, walls, and structures. This involves on-site checks and updates to ensure that work is completed according to the plans.
• Topographic Surveys: Conducting topographic surveys to map features such as elevations, drainage, vegetation, and existing structures. These surveys are used to create base maps for design and development purposes.
• Boundary Surveys: Conducting property boundary surveys and resolving boundary disputes to ensure clear demarcation of land ownership and legal rights.

2. Project Management and Coordination

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Assisting with project planning and scheduling, ensuring that surveying activities are coordinated and completed in line with the overall project timeline.
• Liaising with Stakeholders: Communicating with contractors, engineers, architects, and clients to provide survey data, advise on technical issues, and ensure project objectives are met. This could involve producing and delivering reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Coordination of Surveying Teams: Managing and supervising surveying teams on-site, ensuring that tasks are executed efficiently, accurately, and safely. This could include delegating tasks, setting work priorities, and ensuring health and safety protocols are followed.
• Client Interaction: Interacting with clients and stakeholders to provide regular project updates, manage expectations, and respond to inquiries about survey data and project status.

3. Cost and Financial Management

• Cost Estimation and Budgeting: Assisting with the preparation of cost estimates and budgets for surveying services. This includes calculating the labor, equipment, and material costs for site surveys and reporting on costs as the project progresses.
• Value Engineering: Assisting in cost control measures, offering solutions to reduce costs without compromising the quality or scope of the project. This includes value engineering and identifying potential savings during the planning or design stages.
• Risk and Contract Management: Identifying risks associated with surveying work (e.g., legal disputes, land access issues) and developing strategies to mitigate those risks. Additionally, managing contracts for surveying services and ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.

4. Technical Support and Reporting

• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing survey data and presenting it in a clear, structured format for use by the design and construction teams. This could involve generating reports, drawings, and CAD models that represent the land and construction site accurately.
• Creating and Managing Databases: Organizing and maintaining accurate records of survey data, ensuring that it is stored properly and easily accessible. This could include managing databases and software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or GIS software.
• Documenting Changes and Variations: Tracking and documenting any changes or variations in the project scope, including adjustments to land boundaries, design features, or construction details that require re-surveying.