Position Title:  Tunnel Surveyor

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity? 

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon-led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

The Tunnel Surveyor will report directly to the Tunnel Lead Surveyor.

What You'll Do Here:

• Complete various field survey requests and measurements assigned, including but not limited to:
• Total Station accurate set of angels and high accuracy levelling loops for tunnel control network maintenance.
• Total Station/3D scanner operation for Ring As-Builts.
• Other underground survey layouts and as-builts as for crossings.
• TBM guidance (VMT).
• Other Tunnel and Surface works as required.
• Setup and configure survey equipment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Maintain and verify provided control network.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential field problems, quantity calculations and quality control.
• Maintain accurate survey notes and records, documentation, and stamped submittals.
• Monitor work being completed in the field where surveying techniques are required.
• Communicate with operations, engineers, and subcontractors to complete surveying tasks.
• Manage As Built information and digital records.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Tunnel Surveying, including TBM guidance systems. VMT/Herrenknecht preferred.
• Post-secondary education in Surveying or Geomatics is preferred.
• Knowledge of survey practices and standards.
• Construction experience in Civil, Structural, Utilities and other areas preferred.
• Must have a solid understanding of safety requirements on an active construction site and applicable safety policies.
• Good computer skills and proficiency in the use of office, data, surveying and CAD software.

• Maintains physical fitness and mental readiness essential for working safely and efficiently underground.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift 35 kg/75 lbs.
• Able to work on rotational shifts of up to 12 hours.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.