Surveyor

POLARIS DIGITECH LIMITED is an efficiently well-run company of professionals set on impacting on the planning and implementation of Rural and Urban Development and Infrastructure in Nigeria through the development and deployment of Geo-information Management Systems.

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Surveyor

Job Type: Full Time

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Onsite

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

2 - 5 years

Location: Lagos

Job Field: Construction and Site Engineering

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Engineering / Technical

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct land, topographical, boundary, engineering, and construction surveys as required.
• Establish and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, and reference coordinates.
• Carry out site measurements, levelling, setting-out, and alignment activities.
• Prepare survey drawings, maps, plans, reports, and other technical documentation.
• Use surveying instruments and equipment, including Total Stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, levels, and other relevant tools.
• Interpret architectural, engineering, and construction drawings to support project execution.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure that structures, roads, foundations, and other project components are positioned according to approved designs.
• Collect, process, analyse, and interpret field survey data.
• Identify and report discrepancies between approved drawings and actual site conditions.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure surveying equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and secured.
• Maintain accurate records of survey activities, measurements, and technical findings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable surveying regulations, health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by management.
• Educational Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Surveying and Geoinformatics, Geomatics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional registration or membership with relevant surveying bodies (e.g., SURCON) will be an added advantage.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, land development, or engineering projects is desirable.
• Required Technical Skills and Competencies
• Proficiency in the use of Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and automatic levels.
• Good knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS software, and relevant surveying applications.
• Strong understanding of topographical surveying, mapping, and terrain modelling.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, levelling, and setting-out techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Accuracy and reliability of survey measurements and reports.
• Timeliness of survey assignments and deliverables.
• Accuracy of construction setting-out and alignment activities.
• Compliance with project specifications and technical standards.
• Proper maintenance and utilisation of surveying equipment.
• Timely identification and reporting of site discrepancies.
• Quality and completeness of survey documentation.
• Compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Working Conditions
• The role involves both fieldwork and office-based activities.
• Frequent visits to construction sites and project locations may be required.
• The successful candidate must be willing to work outdoors and travel to project sites when necessary.
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Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to:
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• using the position as subject of email.
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