We are looking for an experienced Construction Layout Surveyor for an upcoming high-rise project in Halifax, NS.
Sibwest Inc. is a reliable and knowledgeable formwork contractor with proven industry expertise. We specialize in formwork and reinforced concrete solutions offering our services to a wide range of building sectors, including commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. Covering all parts of Eastern Canada, Sibwest delivers an innovative approach using a range of traditional and modern formwork systems.
Schedule:
· 8 hours shifts
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain project benchmarks, control points, and building grids.
- Perform layout for foundations, footings, columns, walls, core walls, slabs, openings, and other structural elements.
- Provide accurate layout and elevation control for formwork and concrete operations.
- Verify dimensions, elevations, locations, and verticality of structural elements.
- Perform survey checks before and after concrete placement.
- Establish and maintain vertical control as construction progresses floor by floor.
- Perform layout and verification of embeds, anchor bolts, sleeves, and other cast-in-place components.
- Assist with elevator/core and other critical structural layouts.
- Identify and communicate discrepancies between drawings, layout, and field conditions.
- Read and interpret structural, architectural, and civil drawings.
- Maintain accurate survey records, field notes, measurements, and as-built information.
- Operate and maintain surveying equipment, including total stations, robotic total stations, levels, and related equipment.
- Work closely with the Superintendent and Formwork Foreman to coordinate daily layout requirements.
- Coordinate with consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders as required.
- Ensure all survey work is performed safely and in accordance with company and project procedures.
- Support project quality-control and deficiency-prevention activities.
Qualifications & Experience
- 5+ years of construction surveying/survey technician experience required.
- High-rise concrete construction experience required.
- Experience with formwork, structural concrete, or building construction.
- Proficiency operating a total station and/or robotic total station.
- Strong understanding of construction layout, elevations, benchmarks, and vertical control.
- Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
- Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with the site team.
- Ability to work outdoors and on an active high-rise construction site.
- Valid WHMIS and Nova Scotia Fall Arrest certificates.
Sibwest Inc. is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidate for the position based on their qualifications and merit in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience. Sibwest Inc. will not discriminate against job applicants on any of the grounds protected by human rights legislation during any phases of the recruitment, screening and hiring process.
We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and will provide accommodations during all stages of the hiring process, upon request.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $42.00-$48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Application question(s):
- Have you worked with a robotic total station?
Experience:
- Construction Surveying: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- WHMIS Certification (required)
- Nova Scotia Fall Arrest (required)
Work Location: In person
