Property Surveyor jobs in United Arab Emirates

Roles and Responsibilities
A Land Surveyor is a professional who measures and maps out land, boundaries, and property lines. They work with both physical and legal boundaries and play a critical role in construction, land development, real estate, and legal matters involving land ownership. Here are key skills and areas of expertise typically associated with the role of a land surveyor:

1. Surveying Techniques and Equipment
   1. Total Station: Mastery in using a total station, which is an electronic/optical instrument used for measuring angles and distances.
   2. GPS Surveying: Proficiency with Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment for precise measurements and mapping.
   3. Laser Scanning: Familiarity with LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) or other laser scanning techniques to capture 3D data of a land area.
   4. Theodolites and Levels: Knowledge of traditional and modern instruments for measuring vertical and horizontal angles.
   5. Drones (UAVs): Understanding of drone technology for aerial surveying in large or hard-to-reach areas.
2. Geospatial Data Analysis
   1. GIS (Geographic Information Systems): Ability to use GIS software for mapping and analyzing land features and boundaries. Tools include ArcGIS, QGIS, and others.
   2. Data Interpretation: Ability to analyze topographic, land ownership, and boundary data and interpret survey results to create maps, reports, and legal descriptions.
   3. 3D Modeling: Expertise in creating digital terrain models and 3D models using software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or other CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software.
3. Mathematical Skills
   1. Trigonometry: A solid understanding of trigonometry to calculate distances, angles, and elevations.
   2. Geometry: Strong grasp of geometric principles, especially for calculating areas and shapes of land plots.
   3. Coordinate Systems: Familiarity with local and global coordinate systems such as UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) or State Plane Coordinate Systems.
4. Legal Knowledge
   1. Land Ownership Laws: Knowledge of property law, including how to read and interpret property deeds, easements, and land titles.
   2. Boundary Disputes: Experience handling disputes related to property boundaries, including determining the legal markers of landownership.
   3. Regulatory Compliance: Awareness of land-use regulations, zoning laws, and government policies related to land surveying and construction.
5. Field Surveying and Site Assessment
   1. Field Data Collection: Ability to work outdoors in various conditions, taking accurate measurements, and marking key features or boundaries of the land.
   2. Site Layout: Experience in setting out construction sites and verifying the accuracy of construction plans and layouts in relation to land features.
   3. Topographic Surveys: Conducting surveys that identify the contours of the land, natural and artificial features, and the elevation of the area.
6. Attention to Detail
   1. Ensuring all measurements are precise and accurate, particularly when recording boundaries and calculating areas for legal, construction, or planning purposes.
   2. Meticulous documentation of all survey data, including logs of equipment calibration, site conditions, and measurement details.
7. Project Management and Planning
   1. Coordination: Managing multiple survey projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
   2. Team Collaboration: Leading or working with a team of survey technicians, assistants, or other professionals to complete projects.
   3. Client Interaction: Communicating clearly with clients, contractors, engineers, and government officials regarding the progress of surveys and project requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile
Performs a variety of tasks in support of survey or construction activities. Duties may differ depending on the specialty area. Activities may include setting up and operating equipment; inspecting equipment; inspection of engineering installations for compliance with specifications; maintaining project documentation; assisting with the building, repair, or maintenance of a structure or roadway. Relies on general to moderately complex knowledge of procedures, company policies, and business practices to plan and accomplish goals. At this level, incumbents normally can handle a wide range of relatively complex protocols; viewed as fully competent within limits of experience. Works under general supervision.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualification: Technical Institute Diploma / Bachelor Degree in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil, Structural etc.)
Experience: The ideal candidate to be Civil Engineering graduate with minimum 10 years’ experience in similar projects.