FitzGerald and Snow (2010) Ltd. is a leader in the construction industry on Prince Edward Island and we are looking for the right individual to strengthen our site team at our Charlottetown office.

Position Overview
The Construction Surveyor performs site layout and control surveys to support accurate, efficient construction execution – establishing lines, grades, and elevations for foundations, sitework, and structures across our projects. This is primarily a field-based, seasonal role, with fieldwork concentrated over roughly 8 months of the year.

Key Responsibilities

Perform site layout and control surveys, including staking lines, grades, and elevations for foundations, structures, and sitework

Provide topographic and cross-section surveys for planning and cut/fill quantities

Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and site plans to complete accurate layout

Operate and maintain survey equipment (total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic instruments, laser levels)

Process field survey data and prepare as-built drawings using CAD/Carlson survey software

Import, manage, and implement survey data to support construction layout and use by site crews

Prepare and maintain survey records, field notes, and as-built documentation

Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and foremen to confirm layout requirements and resolve field discrepancies

Support quality control by verifying work is constructed to line, grade, and design specifications





Maintain calibration and proper working condition of all survey instruments

Qualifications

Survey Technician diploma, Civil Engineering Technology diploma, or equivalent field experience

2+ years' experience in construction/site surveying; experience with Trimble or similar total station/GPS equipment preferred

Experience with CAD/Carlson survey software preferred

Robust understanding of construction drawings and specifications

Ability to self-direct work and manage tasks independently with minimal supervision

Valid driver's license

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fieldwork

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel between job sites

Willingness to take on other tasks during the winter months is an asset, as survey fieldwork is largely seasonal

Compensation & Schedule
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000 – $80,000 yearly, commensurate with experience

Schedule: 8-hour shift, 40 hrs/week, Monday to Friday

Benefits

Group Health & Dental Benefits

RRSP matching

3 weeks paid vacation

Truck / Fuel

Education
Survey Technician Diploma, Civil Engineering Technology Diploma, or equivalent experience

Soft Skills

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Self Direction

Hard Skills

Blueprints

Commercial Construction

Surveying

Digital Skills

AutoCAD

Languages

English

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📌 Construction Surveyor (Prince Edward Island)
🏢 FitzGerald and Snow (2010
📍 Prince Edward Island