Senior Land Surveyor ( Bridge Construction Project )

Job description / Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Land Surveyor to lead surveying operations for a major bridge construction project in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with RTA standards, approvals, and documentation processes and will ensure the precise execution of all surveying activities to support construction and infrastructure alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all land surveying activities for the bridge project in accordance with RTA standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and RTA representatives to ensure timely and accurate delivery of survey data.
• Conduct topographic, boundary, and construction layout surveys for bridges, roads, and related structures.
• Prepare and validate survey reports, drawings, as-built documentation, and field data in line with RTA submission requirements.
• Utilize total stations, GPS/GNSS, and other advanced surveying equipment to gather accurate geospatial data.
• Monitor and maintain control points, benchmarks, and coordinate systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review project drawings, site plans, and engineering documents to identify survey requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality control procedures during all field survey operations.
• Supervise junior surveyors and survey crews, ensuring adherence to quality and project timelines.
• Liaise regularly with RTA inspection teams and ensure all deliverables meet approval requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in land surveying with at least 5 years on bridge or infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Proven experience working on RTA bridge or road projects, with full understanding of RTA standards, regulations, and approval workflows.
• Proficient in survey software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Leica Geo Office, or similar platforms.
• Strong skills in using Total Stations, GPS, GNSS, digital levels, and data collectors.
• Familiarity with local geodetic coordinate systems and datum transformations used in Dubai.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong reporting abilities.
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.
• Membership in a recognized professional body (e.g., SSSI, RICS, or similar) is an advantage.

About the Company

Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering and mobility service sectors. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings capable of responding to the climate emergency and helping to achieve more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. With operations in 120 countries, Egis places the expertise of its 16,000 employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovation accessible to all projects. Through its wide-ranging fields of activity, Egis is a central player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.