Land Surveyor at Crovation Limited

Job Description

• Undertaking land/topographic/hydrographic/measured building surveys, using a variety of specialist equipment and technology, such as robotics and 3D scanners
• Analyzing data using plans, maps, charts and software such as AutoCAD and GIS (geographic information systems) programs
• Preparing survey drawings
• Presenting data to clients and writing reports
• Advising about technical matters and whether construction plans are viable
• Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys in order to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
• Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites.
• Direct or conduct surveys in order to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on legal deeds and titles.
• Record the results of surveys, including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
• Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
• Write descriptions of property boundary surveys for use in deeds, leases, or other legal documents.
• Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
• Search legal records, survey records, and land titles in order to obtain information about property boundaries in areas to be surveyed.

Qualification & Experience

• A first degree in Geophysics, Geology, Geography, Geotechnology or Civil Engineering, Town Planning, Surveying or Construction or any other related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in Real Estate or Property Development Firm or a similar position
• An MBA or relevant post graduate degree/professional qualification will be an added advantage.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Numeracy and the ability to make mathematical calculations
• Ability to understand and interpret data
• Lateral and logical thinking
• Cutting-edge IT skills and confidence with new technology
• Problem solving and analysis
• Attention to detail
• Client management/customer service skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Organization and time management
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Should exhibit legal expertise (should know relevant laws and how to apply it for determination of boundaries)
• Should be able to analyze and figure out where he/she can find evidence to determine the
• proper location of boundary lines
• Attention to details (drawing/properties)
• Computer literate (CAD, GPS, WORD etc)