Rail Infrastructure

 

Description:

Scarborough Transit Connect (STC), the joint venture responsible for delivering the Scarborough Subway Extension Stations, Rails & Systems (SSE-SRS) package for Metrolinx, is seeking an experienced Track Surveyor. This role is crucial in supporting the construction of a major 8-km subway extension of Toronto's Line 2, ensuring precision in track alignment, geometry, and infrastructure layout.


Key Responsibilities:

Surveying & Data Collection

  • Conduct site surveys for new alignments, renewals, and maintenance

  • Measure track geometry: alignment, level, gauge, cant, twist, curvature, gradients

  • Use advanced survey instruments: total stations, GNSS, digital levels, laser scanners

Track Setting Out & Alignment

  • Establish horizontal/vertical control points

  • Set out alignment for new track construction (sleepers, rails, turnouts)

  • Verify geometry against design tolerances

Data Processing & Documentation

  • Process data using Civil 3D, MicroStation, Trimble Business Center, Leica Geo Office, etc.

  • Create maps, alignment profiles, DTMs, and as-built documentation

  • Prepare technical reports and QA records

Inspection & Monitoring

  • Perform inspections to detect deformation or settlement

  • Support predictive maintenance programs

  • Recommend corrective actions

Collaboration & Compliance

  • Work with Survey Manager, engineers, PMs, and construction crews

  • Supervise junior surveyors/assistants

  • Ensure compliance with railway safety standards, permits, and protocols

Additional Responsibilities

  • Maintain and calibrate equipment

  • Provide survey control lines and networks

  • Perform quantity calculations and cut/fill grids

  • Layout work for various construction phases

  • Maintain precise survey records and field notes


Qualifications:

  • Degree/diploma in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field

  • Minimum 5 years of construction surveying experience

  • Proven experience in rail or infrastructure surveying

  • Proficiency with survey equipment (total stations, GNSS, levels, track-specific tools)

  • Skilled in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or equivalent

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Understanding of railway operational and construction safety standards


Desired Characteristics:

  • High commitment to safety

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Excellent organization and meticulous recordkeeping

  • Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and field crews

  • Strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills


Additional Requirements:

  • Must follow AODA standards

  • STC is an equal-opportunity employer

  • Accommodations available upon request during the hiring process

Organization Scarborough Transit Connect
Industry Retailing Jobs
Occupational Category Rail Infrastructure
Job Location Toronto,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Experienced Professional
Experience 5 Years
Posted at 2025-11-21 3:18 pm
Expires on 2026-01-05