Why This Role Matters

The Survey Construction Lead plays a critical role in ensuring construction projects are delivered accurately, compliantly, and with confidence. This position provides leadership and technical oversight across construction activities—connecting design intent, field execution, and contract administration to reduce risk and support predictable outcomes for clients. As WATT Consulting Group continues to grow its construction portfolio locally and regionally, this role is essential to maintaining delivery consistency, managing complexity, and protecting client trust.

By ensuring construction work is executed predictably and professionally, this role directly supports client retention, reputation, and sustainable business growth.

This is a senior, responsibility‑driven role for a professional who values accountability, sound judgment, and leading work that matters.

What You Bring To WATT:

This role requires strong construction judgment, the ability to manage technical and contractual risk, and experience working in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.

- Secondary education in Geomatics, Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience

- Registration with APEGA or ASET is an asset

- Experience in project planning, risk management, cost control, scheduling, and tender/contract administration

- Strong knowledge of applicable municipal construction standards and specifications

- Proven ability to interpret construction drawings and contract documents

- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines

- Solid organizational, communication, and coordination skills

- Proficiency with standard MS Office applications

- Valid driver’s licence

What you Will Do At WATT:

Construction Leadership & Coordination





Provide day‑to‑day leadership across construction activities to ensure alignment between design, field execution, and contractual obligations.

- Coordinate and communicate effectively with Geomatics team members, Project Managers, and Division Managers

- Act as a primary point of contact between contractors, regulatory representatives, utilities, and internal project teams

- Maintain consistent communication with Project Managers and Clients regarding progress, risk, and quality

Contract Administration & Risk Management

Protect project outcomes by proactively managing scope, schedule, and contractual risk.

- Assist with construction cost estimates, tender preparation, and contract documentation

- Manage construction contracts to ensure work is completed within approved scope

- Identify, prepare, and support contract change orders for Project Manager review and client approval

- Assist in the development and ongoing management of construction schedules

Field Oversight & Compliance

Ensure construction activities align with design intent, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

- Conduct site observations to verify compliance with construction documents and applicable regulations

- Review engineering drawings and provide constructability feedback to the project team

- Resolve on‑site issues in coordination with the contractor and Project Manager

Process Improvement & Team Development





Contribute to continuous improvement and long‑term delivery consistency across the construction portfolio.

- Support the development and refinement of construction management processes

- Participate in mentoring and developing junior team members

- Contribute practical insights to improve efficiency, risk control, and communication

Growth & Development in This Role:

This role is designed for a professional who wants to expand their influence across increasingly complex construction projects. As trust and performance are demonstrated, responsibility grows through greater autonomy in contract management, deeper involvement in portfolio‑level risk decisions, and increased leadership in shaping construction delivery practices. Growth is driven by capability, consistency, and judgment—not by tenure or title alone.

What Success Looks Like

After 6 months

- Effectively manages assigned construction projects

- Builds strong working relationships with the team, contractors, and clients

- Demonstrates sound judgement in contract administration and site issue resolution

- Understands and applies WATT’s construction management standards and expectations

After 12 months

- Is trusted to lead complex or high-risk construction projects

- Proactively identifies and mitigates construction and contractual risks

- Contributes to improving construction management processes and consistency

- Acts as a mentor and technical leader within the team

Accountability

- Consistent commitment to safe work practices and professional conduct

- Accountable for the quality, accuracy, and timelines of construction activities

- Clear and effective communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams

- Adherence to company policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements

- Active contribution to continuous improvement and delivery consistency

📌 Survey Construction Lead (Calgary)
🏢 Watt Consulting Group
📍 Calgary