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Surveying Engineer at Petra Point (UAE)

Petra Point is a leading survey and real estate consultancy firm based in Dubai, UAE. The company specializes in providing high-precision, tailored surveying solutions to the construction and development sectors. With a commitment to accuracy and quality, Petra Point serves as a critical partner in projects ranging from infrastructure and buildings to comprehensive land development.

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Position Overview: Surveying Engineer

Petra Point is seeking two detail-oriented Surveying Engineers to join its dynamic team. This is an excellent entry-level to mid-level opportunity for engineers with 2-3 years of hands-on experience. You will be responsible for conducting precise land and construction surveys, performing accurate setting-out, and ensuring all work complies with project specifications and UAE authority regulations. This role is ideal for a technically proficient individual who thrives on-site, ensuring the foundational accuracy of major construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be entrusted with the following core duties:

  • Field Surveying Operations: Conduct land, topographic, and construction surveys using Total Station, GPS, and Auto Level instruments.
  • Construction Setting-Out: Accurately set out points, lines, levels, and alignments for buildings, roads, utilities, and other structures as per approved engineering drawings.
  • Quality Verification & Compliance: Verify and confirm all dimensions, elevations, and coordinates before and during construction. Ensure all work adheres to local authority requirements (e.g., DM, DDA, RTA).
  • Documentation & Reporting: Prepare, maintain, and submit accurate survey reports, records, and as-built drawings.
  • Site Coordination & Problem-Solving: Coordinate closely with project engineers, consultants, and contractors. Assist in resolving site discrepancies and technical issues promptly.
  • Equipment Management: Ensure proper care, maintenance, and calibration of all surveying instruments and equipment.

Candidate Requirements

Requirement CategorySpecific Qualification
Experience2-3 years of hands-on surveying experience in a construction or land surveying environment within the UAE.
EducationBachelor’s degree or higher diploma in Surveying Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
Nationality & ResidencyThis position is open to Egyptian male nationals who are currently residing in the UAE.
Age PreferenceCandidates between 25 – 30 years old are preferred.
Technical ProficiencyStrong practical skills with Total Station, GPS, and Auto Level. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and surveying software.
Core SkillsAbility to accurately interpret construction drawings. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively under site pressure.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal professional for this role will be:

  • practical and meticulous engineer who takes pride in delivering pinpoint accuracy in all field measurements.
  • Proactive and resilient, comfortable working independently on-site under varying conditions and tight deadlines.
  • An effective communicator and team player who can coordinate seamlessly with diverse project stakeholders.
  • Familiar with UAE standards, possessing a good understanding of local authority submission and approval processes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is UAE surveying experience mandatory?

Given the need for familiarity with local authority requirements, hands-on experience within the UAE construction market is highly preferred and likely essential to perform effectively from day one.

2. What does “setting out” entail?

Setting out is the process of physically marking on the ground the points and lines from engineering drawings—such as building corners, road centerlines, and column positions—to guide the construction team. It is a foundational and critical task.

3. Which local authorities are referenced (DM, DDA, RTA)?

DM: Dubai Municipality
DDA: Dubai Development Authority (or similar)
RTA: Roads and Transport Authority (Dubai)
Familiarity with the standards and processes of these and similar authorities is a key requirement.

4. Is this a site-based or office-based role?

This is primarily a field/site-based role requiring daily presence on construction sites across Dubai and potentially other emirates. Office time will be dedicated to data processing, reporting, and drawing preparation.

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