Field Geomatics (Survey) Technician (Intermediate/Senior)

Dillon Consulting Limited•Halifax, NS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking candidates for the Field Geomatics (Survey) Technician (Intermediate/Senior) position. You will be a key member of our Reality Capture Team within the Data Integration Services Practice. You will play a vital role in our multidisciplinary team, leading field operations, mentoring junior staff, and supporting our public-sector clients (federal, provincial, and municipal), Indigenous communities, and private-sector partners. Dillon operates as one team. The successful candidate can be based at any one of our following offices: Halifax, NS, and Saint John, NB. This position includes extensive fieldwork throughout Canada. We offer flexible work hours to help balance the competing demands of field deployments and personal life.

Requirements

A degree in Computer Science, Geography, Surveying, Science, Engineering, or a related field
A minimum of 5-10+ years of professional field surveying experience, preferably in the consulting industry, or technical program equivalent.
Demonstrated abilities in multidisciplinary project teamwork and coordination
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced legal, construction, and topographic survey capabilities.
Leading field crews.
Building strong client relationships.
Collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Complex problem-solving and applying critical thinking to challenging field conditions.
Utilizing advanced GNSS, Total Station, Ground-Based LiDAR (3D Laser Scanners) and RPAS technology to deliver creative solutions.
Exceptional communication skills and technical leadership.
Demonstrated abilities in the use of Autodesk software (Civil 3D, Revit, etc.) are an asset.
Demonstrated abilities in the use of ESRI GIS software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) are an asset.
Report writing, organization, and interpersonal skills are assets.
Versatile, adaptable, and willing to conduct a variety of tasks.
Experience in the use of ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit and Trimble Business Centre (or similar).
Advanced GNSS and Total Station experience.
Experience with RPAS (drones) and/or 3D laser scanning is considered an asset.
Working knowledge of the following programs and programming languages is an asset: Pix4D, Power BI, CityEngine, Python, ArcPy, JavaScript, and Arcade.

Responsibilities

Lead and undertake complex field surveys for high-accuracy geospatial data collection, including topography, boundary, and fixed site features.
Oversee the collection and management of geospatial data from a variety of advanced sources, such as robotic Total Stations, GNSS equipment, RPAS and scanners.
Provide senior-level support to the design team regarding coordinate systems, geodetic datums, and adjustments to survey data.
Manage the import and export of geospatial data and establish rigorous methodologies for survey data collection workflows.
Evaluate, test, and implement new geospatial tools and technologies, including field hardware, applications, and software.
Supervise the quality of geospatial data collection procedures and help to develop, inform, and implement best practices for workflow, quality control, and data management.
Oversee geospatial and survey equipment care, management, calibration, and tracking.
Liaison across corporate offices for survey technical support and mentorship of junior technicians.
Providing GIS technical support is an asset.
Commit to self-development, ongoing learning, and professional development.
Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.