Land Surveyor (Building Construction)
Full-time (Architecture / Construction)
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Land Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Singapore's construction industry, particularly in new-build building construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for site surveying, setting-out works, and measurements to ensure construction accuracy and compliance with approved drawings and project specifications.
Key responsibilities
Carry out site surveying, setting-out and levelling works for new-build construction projects.
Establish and verify survey control points, reference levels, gridlines and benchmarks.
Perform setting-out works for piling, foundations, columns, beams, slabs and other structural elements.
Verify building alignment, coordinates, dimensions and levels against approved construction drawings.
Conduct site measurements, verification surveys and as-built surveys.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, site supervisors and subcontractors on surveying requirements.
Identify and report discrepancies between site conditions and construction drawings.
Prepare and maintain accurate survey records, reports and as-built documentation.
Ensure surveying activities comply with site safety requirements.
About you
Relevant qualification in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of relevant land surveying experience in Singapore's construction industry, including new-build building projects.
Strong hands-on experience in structural setting-out, levelling and survey control works.
Proficient in using Total Station, Auto Level and other surveying instruments.
Able to interpret architectural, structural and construction drawings.
Good knowledge of Singapore construction practices and site coordination requirements.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Good accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Previous experience working with a Singapore main contractor.
Experience in high-rise residential, commercial, or institutional building projects.
Work Location: Various Locations (Anywhere in Singapore)
5+ years of experience
About the company
Shin Khai Construction Pte Ltd (Shin Khai) is an established construction and civil engineering company headquartered in Singapore. Since its incorporation in 2007, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, technical competency, and responsible project delivery within Singapore’s built environment sector. Shin Khai is registered with the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) under CW01 (General Building) Grade A2 and CW02 (Civil Engineering) Grade C1, and holds both the General Builder Class 1 (GB1) licence and Specialist Builder licence in Structural Steelwork (SB(SS)).
Over the years, Shin Khai has undertaken a wide range of residential upgrading and infrastructure projects across Singapore. The company remains committed to delivering projects safely, on time, and in compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of quality and coordination.
In support of its long-term sustainability goals, Shin Khai continues to strengthen its focus on safety, operational improvement, workforce development, and responsible business practices. The company also continues to enhance its operations through better collaboration, AI use, and digitalisation to improve productivity and project coordination.
Beyond construction, Shin Khai actively supports community outreach initiatives, senior care programmes, and migrant worker welfare activities as part of its commitment towards building a more inclusive and socially responsible industry.
