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Survey Manager

Australia CBP Contractors Approximately AUD $140,000–$180,000 per year plus superannuation, with allowances or bonuses potentially available depending on project location and roster.*
Job Description

The Survey Manager is responsible for leading surveying activities across civil construction projects, ensuring accurate set-out, levels, measurements, and as-built records. Requirements typically include relevant surveying qualifications, professional experience in civil construction, strong knowledge of survey equipment and software, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and project specifications. Experience managing survey teams, coordinating with project engineers and supervisors, and working with GPS, total stations, and digital data systems is expected. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong leadership, attention to detail, safety awareness, sound communication skills, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a site-based environment. Australian work rights and a current driver’s licence are generally required.

Company Info

CBP Contractors is an Australian civil construction contractor involved in delivering infrastructure, earthworks, roadworks, utilities, and related construction services. The company works with public and private-sector clients on projects that require reliable site delivery, technical coordination, and strong safety performance. Its operations typically bring together project managers, engineers, surveyors, supervisors, plant operators, and skilled tradespeople to complete construction works efficiently and to specification. As a contractor, CBP Contractors is likely to value practical experience, teamwork, accountability, and the ability to perform in demanding site conditions. Employees may work across regional or metropolitan projects, depending on business requirements. The Survey Manager role supports accurate project execution by coordinating surveying functions, maintaining quality records, and helping construction teams meet design, programme, and compliance requirements.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in civil construction, mining, infrastructure, surveying, engineering, and project management, particularly in Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-focused, and collaborative, with clear expectations around communication, reliability, and compliance. Lifestyle varies from busy capital cities to quieter regional communities, with excellent beaches, outdoor activities, and generally high living standards. Housing and transport costs can be significant in major cities and remote locations. Skilled workers may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, state-nominated skilled visas, or regional migration pathways, depending on occupation, qualifications, English ability, and experience. Candidates should confirm eligibility through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating workers should arrange work rights, tax registration, health insurance, accommodation, and a local bank account before starting employment.