Survey Assistant

Colas is a Canadian leader in transportation infrastructure - materials, construction, and maintenance. From roads to rail, airports to ports, we build some of the most important projects that connect our communities. Backed by our network of Colas companies across Canada and the Colas Group worldwide, Colas offers a wide range of innovative and sustainable solutions for the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. Join the largest transportation infrastructure group in the world and help connect Canada. Mission Join us in an exciting adventure to complete the Edmonton Valley Line West LRT - a remarkable legacy project that will redefine our community’s transportation landscape! Be part of this transformative journey and help us create a lasting impact for generations to come! The Survey Assistant will assist the Surveyors with the set up and removal of survey equipment and site removals across the construction segment. Work may be outdoors, at-heights, in confined spaces, in all types of weather. Previous experience using geomatics equipment, or post-secondary training are assets that will enable you to progress to Surveyor in the future. Main Responsibilities Adhere to all Safety, Environmental and project requirements Provide geomatic services Gain hands-on survey experience and be part of an exciting project that is unique to Western Canada Aid the survey team in timely and accurate completion of surveys- set up, clean, calibrate and remove equipment Work outside in all types of weather, sometimes at-heights or in steep terrain Complete reports and follow up, aid in Computer-assisted drafting and technical programs Complete daily survey tasks as assigned by your crew chief Set up operation of conventional survey and GPS systems Prepare accurate and timely field notes Clean, calibrate and maintain survey equipment Requirements A high school graduate with a minimum of one year of previous experience, post-secondary training in an applicable field, preferred. A clear, concise communicator with excellent organizational and follow up skills Computer savvy and well-versed in MS Office suite. Survey-specific programs experience an asset. Ability to negotiate the terrain of an in-process construction site, including climbing stairs and ladders, steep/ slippery terrain, walking, and working outdoors in all types of Edmonton weather and conditions DIVERSITY IS IMPORTANT TO US At Colas, we believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we connect. By living our core values of Caring, Sharing, and Daring, we welcome all those who help create the links that bring us together. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, disability, marital or family status, gender, gender identity or expression.

The Survey Assistant will assist Surveyors with the setup and removal of survey equipment and site removals across the construction segment. They will aid the survey team in the timely and accurate completion of surveys and complete daily survey tasks as assigned by the crew chief.

Candidates should be high school graduates with a minimum of one year of previous experience, and post-secondary training in an applicable field is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, are essential.

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• Geomatics Equipment
• Surveying
• Safety Compliance
• Field Notes
• Computer-Assisted Drafting
• GPS Systems
• MS Office
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills

• Construction
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

16 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable