Survey Lead Tunneling & Underground

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges roads highways tunnels and marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets along with our extensive expertise allows us to play an active role in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydroelectric power station near Fort St. John BC.

We are seeking an experienced Survey Lead with extensive tunneling underground construction and major civil infrastructure experience. The ideal candidate brings deep technical capability proven leadership and a track record of delivering highprecision survey operations on complex multidisciplinary projects.

This role will lead all survey planning coordination execution and quality assurance for the Stanley Park project ensuring accuracy compliance and seamless integration with engineering construction and digital workflows.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Survey Leadership & Management

• Lead the planning coordination and implementation of all survey requirements for construction activities.
  
• Organize and manage the survey department assigning personnel resources and priorities.
  
• Provide technical guidance mentorship and oversight to survey teams fostering capability and longterm retention.
  
• Manage projectwide survey QA systems compliance documentation and digital records.
  
  

Tunneling & Underground Expertise

• Oversee highprecision engineeringgrade construction activities including VMT guidance drill & blast alignment and underground control networks.
  
• Implement and maintain tunnel guidance systems ensuring accuracy across complex interfaces.
  
• Conduct settlement convergence and instrumentation monitoring in urban environments.
  
• Deliver ultrahigh breakthrough accuracy through advanced control network design and execution.
  

Survey Execution & Methodologies

• Select maintain and calibrate survey equipment; ensure proper use on site.
  
• Develop clear comprehensive Survey Methodologies to guide project execution.
  
• Conduct traverse network monitoring topographical and construction surveys.
  
• Provide layout at various stages of construction and oversee asbuilt documentation.
  
• Manage asbuilt data digital records and stamped submittals.
  

Digital Engineering & Advanced Workflows

• Implement 3D laser scanning automated feature extraction AIassisted processing and BIM/GIS integration.
  
• Process survey data perform calculations and resolve field or datarelated issues.
  
• Produce advanced temporary and permanent works models and digital deliverables.
  
• Support digital QA engineering interfaces and projectwide data accuracy.
  
  

Project Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering construction and project management.
  
• Provide progress updates field data and technical insights to stakeholders.
  
• Ensure compliance with project specifications safety standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Support budgeting procurement and resource planning for survey operations.
  

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in Surveying Geomatics Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
  
• Minimum 15 years of surveying experience including 5 years in heavy civil construction.
  
• Extensive experience with major infrastructure projects in urban environments.
  
• Proven leadership managing large survey teams on complex projects.
  

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency with GPS total stations and tunnel guidance systems.
  
• Strong knowledge of survey practices standards and engineering design methods.
  
• Advanced capability with complex survey tools data processing and software including:
  
• Civil 3D
  
• Cyclone 3DR
  
• ReCap
  
• Trimble Business Center
  
• Leica Infinity
  
• MicroSurvey Star*Net
  
• Experience with 3D scanning automated feature extraction AIassisted processing BIM/GIS integration.
  

Certifications & Assets

• Valid drivers license.
  
• BCLS designation (or eligibility) is considered a strong asset.
  
• Certified Professional Engineering Surveyor (CPES) Mine Surveyor CoC or equivalent credentials are strong assets.
  
• Familiarity with Job Site Health and Safety regulations.
  
• Bilingualism is an asset; proficiency in English required.
  

Benefits

• 4 weeks of annual vacation
  
• Flexible group insurance program from day one
  
• Group RRSP with employer contributions to a DPSP
  
• 24/7 access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)
  
• Training and professional development programs
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Active social club and wellness committee
  
• Innovative diverse and collaborative work environment
  
• Company culture based on respect integrity and quality workmanship
  
• Recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies
  
• Corporate clothing program upon hiring
  

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role which is $90000-$140000 . Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience qualifications localization and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBCs comprehensive total rewards offering which may include performance-based incentives extended health and wellness benefits retirement savings programs and career development opportunities.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBCs policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations Inuit and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive culturally safe workplace.

Required Skills:

Education & Experience Postsecondary degree or diploma in Surveying Geomatics Civil Engineering or equivalent experience. Minimum 15 years of surveying experience including 5 years in heavy civil construction. Extensive experience with major infrastructure projects in urban environments. Proven leadership managing large survey teams on complex projects. Technical Expertise Proficiency with GPS total stations and tunnel guidance systems. Strong knowledge of survey practices standards and engineering design methods. Advanced capability with complex survey tools data processing and software including: Civil 3D Cyclone 3DR ReCap Trimble Business Center Leica Infinity MicroSurvey Star*Net Experience with 3D scanning automated extraction AIassisted processing BIM/GIS integration. Certifications & Assets Valid drivers license. BCLS designation (or eligibility) considered a strong asset. Certified Professional Engineering Surveyor (CPES) Mine Surveyor CoC or equivalent credentials are strong assets. Familiarity with Job Site Health and Safety regulations. Bilingualism is an asset; proficiency in English required.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 90000 - 140000