Overview
Civil Surveyor Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at The Legends Agency
Job Specification:
Surveyor Foreman
Location:
Paarl, South Africa
Salary: R28,000 – R45,000 pm
Industry: Civil Construction
Are you a skilledSurveyor Foremanwith a passion for civil construction?Join ourdynamicteamin Paarl, where you’ll contribute to high-profile projects, ensuring successful execution through effective surveying andleadership.
Position Overview
TheSurveyor Foremancombines technical surveying expertise withleadershipskills to oversee construction site operations. This role ensures alignment with project plans, safety standards, and quality requirements while managing both the technical surveying processes and team performance.
Key Responsibilities
A. Planning
Develop daily and weekly activity plans to ensure smooth operations.
Strategically place and verify the availability of materials alongside trenches and work areas.
Monitor progress against targets, preparing regular reports.
Identify and expose underground services before work begins.
B. Labour Management
Provide clear instructions to team leaders and operators prior to starting tasks.
Maintain discipline and morale within the team, fostering a motivated workforce.
Train and mentor junior staff, including students, in surveying techniques and practices.
Facilitate open andeffective communicationbetween all project stakeholders.
C. Plant and Equipment Management
Ensure proper use, maintenance, and storage of surveying equipment, including total stations, GPS systems, and levels.
Conduct regular inspections of tools and instruments, reporting any issues or discrepancies.
Maintain surveying materials such as profiles, pegs, and tamnanis in good condition.
Record and report equipment downtime and mechanical problems promptly.
D. Surveying Operations
Perform topographical, boundary, and as-built surveys withprecision.
Set out construction projects, ensuring alignment and levels meet project specifications.
Verify the accuracy of benchmarks, survey beacons, and existing connection points.
Review levels and alignments, identifying and resolving any clashes with existing services.
Accurately measure and record data for analysis, project planning, and reporting.
Ensure recovery and proper management of survey materials post-project.
E. Cost and Contractual Management
Measure daily work and complete accurate survey and costing sheets.
Assign cost codes to resources such as fuel, labour, and equipment.
Set out work in line with project drawings, specifications, and company standards.
Record as-built data and maintain accurate records of all survey information.
F.Quality Assuranceand Safety
Ensure all surveying activities adhere to safety regulations and quality standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies between field measurements and project designs.
Maintainquality controlprocesses and communicate effectively with engineers and project managers.
G. Public Relations and Communication
Foster professional relationships with engineers, clients, and the public.
Address public access requirements and resolve potential challenges on-site.
Communicate potential issues and solutions to the Site Agent or project team.
H. Additional Responsibilities
Perform any other reasonable duties in line with the roles responsibilities and expertise.
Minimum Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or Civil Engineering.
Proven experience as a Surveyor Foreman or Civil Surveyor in the construction…
Title: Civil Surveyor
Company: The Legends Agency
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Construction, Engineering
