Ledcor is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Surveyor to support our operations on a notable project just outside Fort McMurray, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing precise field measurements, supporting construction and maintenance projects, and ensuring all survey data is accurate and compliant with project requirements.
This is a strong opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure while building your career on a high‑profile northern Alberta project.
Join the Ledcor team today in Fort McMurray AB.
Essential Responsibilities
- Perform field survey requests, take precise measurements, and set up / configure survey instruments
- Interpret and extrapolate surveying data from construction and design drawings
- Perform layout, grade checks, and as-built surveys for construction activities
- Collaborate and work closely with construction crews and ensure clear, effective communication
- Install survey stake locations, including construction sites, pile locations, battered piles, pile cut-offs, and site grading
- Set anchor bolts and formwork locations alongside civil crews
- Prepare accurate surveying notes and field sketches
- Provide ongoing guidance and mentorship to Survey Assistants
- Work in a busy site environment around heavy equipment and foot traffic
- Actively participate and engage in Ledcor’s safety program
- Be a leader of both safety and production for the team by ensuring compliance with all company, clients, and legislated safety policies and procedures
Requirements
- A minimum of 3- 5 years of field surveying experience
- Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related fields of education
- Ability to demonstrate a strong technical background in surveying
- Attention to detail with the ability to recognize & effectively communicate discrepancies
- Proficiency with Trimble robotic total stations and Trimble GPS equipment and strong familiarity with Trimble Access
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol testing
- Hold a valid Class 5 drivers license and provide a clean 3-year drivers record
- CSO/BSO and WHMIS 2015 (training will be provided)
- Strong understanding of construction practices and site layout
Work Conditions
- 14 days on, 7 days off, working 10-12 hour days. Overtime rates apply after 8 hours worked per day
- Extended Health & Wellness benefits provided by CLAC
- Travel allowance provided to those that are eligible
- Work will be outdoors and in various weather conditions
Additional Information
Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.
Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.
Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.
