About the Role
The Assistant Surveyor supports field surveying, data collection, and materials testing to ensure accurate site measurements and compliance with project requirements. This role is critical to construction and geotechnical operations, collaborating with survey teams, field technicians, and engineering staff.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the setup, calibration, and operation of surveying equipment such as Total Stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, and digital levels.
- Capture precise measurements of distances, angles, and elevations to define property boundaries and site topography.
- Install various control points and monuments as needed.
- Maintain clear, organized field notes and sketches; download and organize digital data for processing.
- Perform surveying duties as instructed by Surveying Lead or designated Supervisor.
- Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and safely transported.
- Adhere to all site-specific health and safety regulations.
- Assist with the preparation of survey plans, CAD drawings, and legal descriptions under the supervision of a licensed surveyor.
- Assist with field technician duties including materials testing (asphalt, aggregates, soils and concrete) and inspections.
- Perform field testing to include sampling, coring and compaction of various materials.
- Assist in proper care, control and maintenance of testing equipment.
- Follow all company and regulatory safety policies and procedures.
- Assist when required with Geotechnical investigations.
- Complete reports and checklists as per company policies and/or contract requirements and advise supervisors of any non-conformances and deviations.
- Assist with Laboratory testing of materials when required.
- Perform other duties as instructed.
Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors on construction sites.
- Work may involve travel to project sites and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Skills
- Familiarity with survey instruments and monitoring equipment.
- Basic understanding of survey software and data processing tools.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or survey processing software.
Location
- Toronto, Ontario
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1–3 years of experience in construction surveying or monitoring (preferred)
Education Level
- Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics, Surveying, or related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 - $26.00 per year
Benefits
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
About the Company
- Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. (GIP) is one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing construction companies.
- GIP designs, delivers, and maintains infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities.
- GIP has the unique ability to self-perform all project scopes without reliance on subcontractors.
- The work GIP does impacts lives, shaping communities and cities.
- GIP is committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
- Sustainability is part of GIP's DNA, focusing on recycling and reusing materials.
- GIP seeks creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals.
- GIP provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture.
Equal Opportunity
- Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.
- GIP seeks to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.
- GIP believes that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
- GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
