Land Surveyor (hospitality / luxury / construction) - Caribbean

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Land Surveyor to support the development of a luxury hotel and resort project in the Caribbean. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of all site measurements, layouts, elevations, and construction positioning throughout the project lifecycle.

Working within a challenging tropical and coastal environment, the Surveyor will collaborate closely with engineers, contractors, and project management teams to ensure precise execution of infrastructure and structural works.

Key Responsibilities

Site Surveying & Setting Out Conduct topographic, boundary, and construction surveys for the project site. Perform accurate site setting out for: Buildings and foundations Roads and infrastructure Drainage systems Utilities and grading works Verify construction alignment, elevations, and coordinates against approved drawings and specifications.

Data Collection & Mapping Prepare and maintain survey records, reports, maps, and site documentation. Process field data and produce accurate survey drawings and models. Support engineering and construction teams with updated site measurements and as-built information. Construction Support Work closely with civil engineers and contractors to ensure proper execution of works.

Monitor site movement, levels, and earthworks progression. Assist in resolving discrepancies between design plans and on-site conditions. Equipment & Technology Operate and maintain surveying equipment including: Total Stations GPS/GNSS systems Levels Drones (preferred) Utilize surveying and drafting software to prepare technical outputs and reports.

Environmental & Site Conditions Support erosion monitoring and terrain assessment activities. Adapt surveying operations to challenging tropical weather and remote-site conditions.

Requirements

Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related discipline. Professional Surveyor certification or license is an advantage. Experience Minimum 3–5 years of experience in land or construction surveying. Previous experience on: Hospitality developments Infrastructure projects Island or remote construction sites Coastal or mountainous terrain projects is highly desirable.

Technical Skills Proficiency with: AutoCAD Civil 3D Survey processing software Strong understanding of: Construction layouts Topographic surveys Earthworks and grading Coordinate systems and geospatial data Personal Attributes High attention to detail and accuracy Strong problem-solving and organizational skills Ability to work independently in remote environments Adaptable and resilient under changing weather and site conditions Strong communication and teamwork abilities