Ocean Contractors Limited has been a trusted leader in the asphalt, ready-mix concrete, and civil construction industries since 1974. We pride ourselves on being “Built on Quality” through the products we deliver, the services we provide, and the dedicated employees who make it all possible.

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Surveyor to join our field operations team in a full-time, year-round position.

Our construction operations focus primarily on municipal street rehabilitation and reconstruction, along with foundation work, concrete pads, curb and sidewalk construction, and asphalt parking lots.

We are looking for an individual with strong practical construction surveying experience who understands the importance of accurate grades, elevations, and layout in keeping construction projects moving efficiently.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Site Superintendent, the Construction Surveyor will be responsible for providing accurate field surveying, construction layout, elevation control, and GPS machine control support across our civil construction projects.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience working in active construction environments, particularly road construction, earthworks, grading, and concrete operations.

This position requires more than the ability to collect survey data. We are looking for someone who understands how surveying information is applied in the field and can work directly with Site Superintendents, Foremen, and equipment operators to ensure construction activities are completed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform construction surveying and layout for municipal street rehabilitation and reconstruction projects.
- Establish and verify road alignments, grades, crossfalls, and elevations for excavation, subgrade preparation, granular placement, and asphalt paving.
- Provide accurate layout and grade control for concrete foundations, concrete pads, curbs, sidewalks, and asphalt parking lots.
- Establish and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, offsets, and reference elevations throughout construction projects.
- Perform layout and elevation verification for underground services, including storm drainage systems, catch basins, manholes, and pipe alignments.
- Collect, process, and verify field survey data using GPS equipment, total stations, and conventional surveying methods.
- Prepare, load, and maintain digital terrain models and construction design data for GPS machine control systems.
- Assist equipment operators with GPS machine control setup, grade verification, and troubleshooting.
- Review construction drawings, design elevations, and project specifications to ensure accurate field implementation.




- Perform field measurements and quality control checks to verify that completed work meets project requirements.
- Identify discrepancies between construction drawings and actual field conditions, communicating findings and recommended adjustments to the Site Superintendent.
- Maintain accurate field notes, survey records, and project documentation.
- Coordinate daily surveying requirements with Site Superintendents and Foremen to support efficient construction operations and minimize delays.
- Promote and maintain safe work practices at all times.

Qualifications and Experience Practical construction surveying experience is essential for this position. We are particularly interested in candidates who have worked directly on road construction, municipal infrastructure, earthworks, and civil construction projects.

The ideal candidate will possess:

- A degree or diploma in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics, or a related discipline, along with a minimum of one (1) year of hands-on construction surveying experience. An equivalent combination of technical training and relevant field experience will also be considered.
- Proficiency with Topcon Millimeter GPS systems, particularly for construction layout, grade control, and elevation verification.
- Experience with GPS Machine Control Technology, including preparing, implementing, and maintaining digital construction models.
- Experience operating Total Stations for construction layout, topographic surveys, and elevation control.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, including interpreting construction drawings and working with digital design information.
- A solid understanding of construction grades, slopes, crossfalls, benchmarks, offsets, and elevation control.
- Experience establishing road grades, curb elevations, sidewalk grades, and asphalt paving elevations.
- Knowledge of conventional surveying techniques and equipment, including lasers, leveling equipment, and string-line layout.
- The ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, grading plans, and project specifications.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with construction crews.

Experience with municipal street rehabilitation, road reconstruction, asphalt paving, and concrete construction will be considered a strong asset. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will:





- Have a practical understanding of how surveying supports daily construction operations.
- Be comfortable working directly with heavy equipment operators and construction crews.
- Understand the importance of accurate grades and elevations in road rehabilitation, concrete placement, and asphalt paving.
- Be capable of identifying potential grading or layout issues before they affect construction progress.
- Take initiative in planning and coordinating field surveying requirements.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing reliable survey information.
- Be adaptable and comfortable working on multiple types of civil construction projects.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Maintain a positive attitude, dependable work ethic, and strong commitment to workplace safety.

Why Join Ocean Contractors? At Ocean Contractors Limited, we recognize that our employees are an important part of our continued success.

We offer

- Full-time, year-round employment with a well-established Nova Scotia construction company.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- The opportunity to work with modern GPS surveying and machine control technology.
- A variety of civil construction projects, with a strong focus on municipal street rehabilitation and infrastructure improvements.
- Opportunities for continued training, technical development, and career advancement.
- A supportive, team-oriented work environment where your experience and contributions are valued.
- The opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that has proudly served Nova Scotia communities for over 50 years.

Join Our Team If you are an experienced Construction Surveyor with a strong background in road construction, grading, and civil infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Join Ocean Contractors Limited and become part of a team that has been “Built on Quality” since 1974.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Expected hours: 50.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- How many years of hands-on construction surveying experience do you have on road construction, street rehabilitation, or civil infrastructure projects?
- Do you have practical experience operating Topcon Millimeter GPS equipment?
- Have you worked with GPS machine control systems, including preparing or loading construction models and assisting equipment operators?
- Do you have experience establishing grades and elevations for roads, curbs, sidewalks, and asphalt paving?

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Surveyor – Road Construction & Civil Infrastructure (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Ocean Contractors
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality