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Title: Field Survey Lead

Description: Thompson Construction Group is seeking a skilled and motivated Field Survey Lead to support our heavy civil, earthworks, mining, and infrastructure construction projects in the Fort McMurray area.

Why work with Thompson?

• Regionally competitive compensation that reflects market conditions, industry trends, and the skills, experience, and contributions required for each position.
• Employee referral bonus program, rewarding you for helping us build a stronger team.
• Quarterly retention bonus opportunities that recognize commitment and long-term dedication, with opportunities to grow based on tenure, experience, and position specialization.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within one of Western Canada's leading construction and mining contractors.
• A strong safety culture where the well-being of our employees is a top priority.
• The opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects that shape communities and support major industries across Alberta.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a survey crew in the field, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on schedule
• Plan and coordinate daily survey activities, including preparing field notes, sketches, and data collection.
• Perform daily site layout and staking in line with project design.
• Complete topographic field pickups.
• Support and troubleshoot survey layout and GPS machine control (Trimble/TOPCON).
• Collaborate with project managers and field superintendents.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in GPS-based construction layout (Trimble or TOPCON).
• Proficient in reading and using DTM surfaces, DXF files and data collectors.
• Solid understanding of staking for roads, pads, and ponds.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Centre or Terramodel is required.
• Strong multitasking, time management and organizational skills.
• Diploma in Geomatic or Civil Engineering Technology is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Energy Safety Canada Common Safety Orientation (CSO) Certification.
• Ground Disturbance, H2S Alive and First Aid is considered an asset.
• Must be physically fit and able to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test.

Additional Information:

The above statements describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on operational needs. All personnel are expected to be flexible in contributing to various aspects of field work as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort McMurray, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• What are your wage expectations?
• As part of Thompson’s commitment to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and better understanding the diversity of our workforce, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify.

If you identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit and would like to share your Nation, community, or affiliation, please complete the information below. Providing this information is entirely voluntary and will be used for reporting and relationship-building purposes only.

Experience:

• surveying: 7 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person