Infrastructure Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Assisting Quantity Surveying staff in the Infrastructure Team on both pre-contract and post-contract deliverables.
• Undertakes responsibilities under the supervision of a more senior Project Surveyor
• Completes the measurement of quantities for input into cost plans, cost estimates and bills of quantities
• Assists with the preparation of tender documentation
• Assists with viability studies and cost estimates
• Assists with implementing, maintaining and monitoring cost control procedures throughout the duration of a project
• Assists with providing necessary input related to financial claims
• Assists with evaluating variations, additions and omissions, etc, and incorporating these into monthly cost reports
• Assists with preparing, pricing and negotiating change orders with clients and contractors
• Market tests rates and analyses tender returns for input into rates databases and estimates
• Assists with upkeep of the technical library, including cost data, benchmarks and maintenance of the various asset databases used for life cycle cost analysis and operational cost estimates.
• Assists with report formatting, data management and quality assurance procedures across all core service lines.
• Undertakes primary research according to project requirements under the supervision.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying from an accredited University
• Candidates must be recent graduates, having graduated within the last 24 months or no later than September 2024, to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.3 or 2:1 (or equivalent) and above.
• If you hold a Master’s Degree, it should have started within 12 months of completing your Bachelor’s Degree to ensure continuous education and meet program requirements.
• Candidates with more than 1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for the program and are encouraged to apply for our professional-level roles instead.

Desired candidate profile

1. Pre-Construction Surveying

• Site Surveys: Conducting detailed land surveys to assess topography, boundaries, and existing infrastructure before construction begins.
• Geodetic Surveys: Using advanced tools (e.g., Total Stations, GNSS, GPS) to measure precise locations of features on the land to prepare for construction.
• Boundary Identification: Identifying and marking boundaries to ensure that the project is built on the correct site, adhering to zoning and land use regulations.
• Preparation of Site Plans: Developing site plans, elevations, and cross-sections that outline the existing conditions of the land before construction begins.
• Survey Reports: Preparing reports based on site surveys to document the existing conditions, which may include aspects such as land elevations, soil conditions, and the position of existing utilities.

2. Construction Staking and Layout

• Staking Construction Sites: Establishing construction baselines and staking out key construction features (e.g., road alignments, building corners, grading points).
• Setting Out Points: Defining the exact locations for structures, roads, utilities, and other infrastructure, ensuring compliance with the design documents and specifications.
• Monitoring Construction Alignment: Continuously checking and verifying that the work aligns with project drawings, specifications, and local codes.
• Volume Calculations: Calculating earthwork quantities (cut and fill) for grading, excavation, and embankment work, ensuring the correct amount of materials is moved during construction.

3. Quality Assurance and Control

• Survey Control Points: Setting up and managing control points throughout the construction process to ensure alignment and accuracy are maintained.
• Ongoing Site Monitoring: Supervising and monitoring construction activities to verify that measurements and construction are being carried out as per the design.
• Quality Checks: Verifying measurements, slopes, grades, and elevations to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Identifying any deviations from the design and working with project teams to resolve discrepancies or re-adjust construction practices to meet requirements.

4. Data Collection and Reporting

• Survey Data Collection: Using advanced surveying equipment (such as Total Stations, GPS, laser scanners, or drones) to collect accurate data during different stages of the project.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing collected survey data and producing reports that summarize key findings, measurements, and adjustments to construction plans.
• Progress Reporting: Providing regular updates to project managers and engineers on the status of surveys, and providing reports that track the progress of the project’s surveying and staking activities.
• Documentation: Ensuring proper documentation of all survey activities and outcomes, including field notes, sketches, and survey logs.

5. Collaboration with Other Teams

• Coordination with Engineers: Working closely with civil engineers, construction managers, and architects to ensure that surveying data supports the project's design and construction phases.
• Client Interaction: Communicating with clients and stakeholders about survey results, providing explanations, and ensuring their requirements are met.
• Collaborating with Contractors: Assisting construction teams to interpret survey data and ensuring that the work progresses according to the planned layout.

6. Post-Construction Surveying

• As-Built Surveys: Conducting post-construction surveys to create as-built drawings that document the completed work, showing the exact location of structures, roads, and utilities.
• Condition Surveys: Performing post-construction condition surveys of infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges) to assess any changes or damages that might occur over time.
• Final Reporting: Preparing final survey reports and submitting them to clients, regulatory agencies, or other stakeholders, ensuring that all project requirements have been met.