Pipe Surveyor, Civil

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 27, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Pipe Surveyor is responsible for ensuring the accurate alignment and grade of pipe and manhole installations while maintaining as-built records. They must also work safely on construction sites, communicate effectively with the foreman and engineer, and perform physical tasks such as setting grade stakes.

Job details

Mainland is hiring! We are looking for experienced Pipe Surveyor to join our team. The Mainland Group of Companies, is a multidisciplinary construction service provider specializing in all civil works, excavation, shoring and energy works such as site services, residential subdivisions, roads, highways, bridges, natural gas pipelines, commercial site development and large industrial infrastructure projects. At Mainland, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to attracting, developing, recognizing and retaining talented employees, and offer a fun, respectful and supportive working environment. Our dedicated team is hardworking, personable, and passionate about safety and delivering quality results. www.mainlandgroup.ca The Opportunity The Pipe Surveyor will be responsible for the correct and accurate alignment and grade of pipe and manhole installation as well as accurately locating wyees, tee's, and other fittings. Duties & Responsibilities Work safely on a construction site and promote a safe work environment adhering to safety policies and procedures including participation in safety meetings Review plans to ensure grade and length of pipe runs are correct and that the pipe cross overs are designed correctly to avoid conflict Work with the Foreman and Engineer to communicate any issues Responsible for keeping accurate as-build information and transferring this information onto a clean set of plans at jobs end Responsible for entering manholes for installation and set-up of lasers per work safe requirements Preform physical tasks such as hammering in grade stacks, setting grade ribbons, light shoveling, etc. Maintain equipment and promptly report any maintenance issues. Train other employees and maintain quality results of work Support other crew members on daily site activities outside of job scope Qualifications, Experience & Skillset Competency in the use of survey equipment such as theodolites, levels, rotating and pipe lasers Strong math skills and ability to calculate grades and slopes Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications Able to identify all hazards associated with various aspects of working in civil projects, as well as correctly communicate safety issues as they arise First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset Good communications ability, able to work with variety of individuals Must be physically fit, able to spend most or all of shift standing, walking, lifting, carrying, and working hands-on in an outdoor environment in all types of weather Flexible with hours worked, including overtime and weekend work as needed Willingness to learn and have a good work ethic What we offer Union wages and benefits Training and developmental opportunities Strong emphasis on safety To apply: go to www.mainlandgroup.ca/careers Please, no unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you. Only local candidates will be considered.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be proficient in using survey equipment like theodolites and lasers, and possess strong mathematical skills for calculating grades and slopes. The role requires the ability to read technical drawings, identify site hazards, and maintain physical fitness for outdoor construction work.