About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Are you ready to put your mark on some of Dubai's most exciting construction projects? We're on the hunt for a talented Surveyor who truly knows their way around a building site—someone who can turn blueprints into reality with pinpoint precision. If you’ve got at least three years of hands-on experience working in the heart of the UAE’s construction boom, especially in the vibrant Dubai Silicon Oasis area, this could be the next big step in your career.
About the Company
We’re not your average construction team. Our office buzzes with innovation and collaboration, and we take pride in delivering work that raises the bar for quality across Dubai. From high-rises to community spaces, every project is a new opportunity to solve challenges and celebrate wins together (team lunches are serious business here!). Our culture? Down-to-earth, supportive, and passionate about building not just structures—but rewarding careers.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Carrying out precise setting out and site measurements using total station and leveling machines
- Preparing detailed surveying reports, drawings, and accurate quantity calculations for a variety of construction sites
- Coordinating with site engineers and project managers to ensure all surveying work matches project plans and standards
- Troubleshooting on-site, making quick decisions to adapt measurements and boundaries as construction unfolds
- Keeping clear records and documentation—all while juggling shifting site priorities
- Staying proactive on safety standards and ensuring compliance with all relevant local regulations
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 3 years of experience with surveying on UAE construction projects, ideally in Dubai Silicon Oasis or similar environments
- Proficiency with surveying equipment—total station, level machine—and a knack for swift, accurate setup
- Confidence in preparing surveying reports, technical drawings, and quantity take-offs
- Familiarity with construction site operations and best practices
- Strong communication and teamwork skills (we thrive on collaboration and transparency)
- A flexible approach and quick thinking when site conditions change
- Bonus points if you’ve worked with digital surveying tools or BIM software
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary, with regular reviews based on your contributions
- Single-site focus—no bouncing between scattered projects across town
- Supportive team environment where your input is valued and your growth is encouraged
- Modern, well-equipped office right in the heart of Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Training and upskilling opportunities (think site visits, workshops, and certifications)
- Work-life balance: most Fridays wrap up early, and we celebrate project milestones as a team
- Company-sponsored events, from barbecues to occasional outings
We’re a close-knit bunch who believe great things happen when skilled professionals work together—and we can’t wait to welcome someone as driven and detail-oriented as you to our team.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through how you approach setting out and measuring on a new construction site using total station and leveling machines?
- Describe a situation where your measurements or boundary decisions had to be quickly adapted due to unexpected site conditions. How did you handle it?
- What strategies do you use to ensure that your surveying reports and quantity take-offs are consistently accurate and clear for site engineers and project managers?
- Have you had experience with digital surveying tools or BIM software? If so, how have they influenced your workflow?
- Tell us about a particular project in the Dubai Silicon Oasis area or a similar UAE environment where your surveying contributed to the project’s success.
- How do you balance maintaining meticulous documentation and records while dealing with multiple shifting site priorities?
- Give an example of how you’ve proactively addressed a safety concern on-site related to surveying or measurement activities.
- How do you keep your communication effective when coordinating with different professionals on-site to make sure all teams are aligned with the project plan?
- When faced with a tight deadline and unexpected changes from the project manager, how do you prioritize your surveying tasks?
- Collaboration is at the heart of our culture—can you share an example of a time when working closely with teammates led to a better project outcome?
- What do you enjoy most about being part of a supportive, close-knit construction team, and how do you contribute to building a positive work environment?
- How do you keep yourself updated on the latest construction best practices, safety standards, or surveying technology trends?
- Our team values celebrating wins and sharing meals—what does a strong team culture mean to you, and how do you help foster it in your workplace?