In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Parsons is looking for an experienced Tunnel Engineer (TBM Survey Engineer) to join its construction supervision team in Dubai, assisting the Resident Engineer – Tunnels in supervising and reviewing survey works related to TBM tunnel construction, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines.
About the Role – TBM Survey Engineering for Metro Tunnels
Core Focus: TBM alignment checks, survey reporting, and breakthrough survey preparation
Technical Scope: Traverse calculations, tunnel virtual axis, control networks, and TBM guidance data
Standards: ITA guidelines, RTA safety procedures, and international tunneling standards
Survey Tools: Total stations, laser guidance systems, 3D scanners, and TBM-integrated sensors
Project Type: Metro and underground infrastructure construction in Dubai
Career Growth & Underground Infrastructure Impact
Strategic Location: Dubai – home to major metro and underground infrastructure expansion projects
Specialized Technical Exposure: Rare, high-value expertise in TBM survey and tunnel alignment engineering
Growth-Focused Culture: Parsons offers endless growth opportunities and invests in employee wellbeing
Career Growth: Advance within a global engineering firm delivering some of the region’s most ambitious infrastructure
Position Overview
This Tunnel Engineer (TBM Survey Engineer) role prepares daily/weekly survey reports and trend analysis of alignment deviations, assists in monitoring TBM tunneling operations including alignment checks and surface monitoring, supports traverse calculations and tunnel virtual axis reviews, establishes and maintains control networks inside the tunnel, reviews TBM guidance data and roll/pitch/yaw deviations, participates in breakthrough preparations, and assists with wriggle surveys, as-built surveys, and shop drawing reviews under the direction of the Tunnel Engineer.
Why This Role Matters: As Tunnel Engineer (TBM Survey Engineer), you apply specialized survey expertise that keeps tunnel boring machines precisely aligned on major metro infrastructure projects, support critical breakthrough preparations and alignment checks that directly affect construction safety and quality, work with advanced survey technology including total stations, laser guidance, and TBM-integrated sensors, coordinate with surveyors, inspectors, and contractor teams to resolve real-time technical issues, and build a rare, highly specialized career in underground tunnel construction with a globally respected engineering firm.
Key Responsibilities
Survey Reporting & Alignment Monitoring
- Prepare daily/weekly survey reports, including trend analysis of alignment deviations
- Assist in monitoring TBM tunneling operations, including alignment checks and surface monitoring
- Support traverse calculations review and tunnel virtual axis calculation checks
Control Networks & TBM Guidance
- Establish and maintain primary and secondary control networks inside the tunnel
- Support transfer of surface control points through shafts
- Review calculations for TBM guidance data, including laser target extension and alignment inputs
- Review and assist in checking TBM roll, pitch, and yaw, reporting deviations to senior engineers
Breakthrough & 3D Survey Support
- Participate in breakthrough preparations, including precise alignment surveys
- Conduct 3D measurements for tunnel alignment before/after breakthroughs and during TBM break-in/break-out
- Assist in wriggle surveys and as-built surveys, ensuring accurate data collection
Documentation & Coordination
- Assist in reviewing shop drawings, method statements, and survey-related documents
- Maintain daily survey logs, alignment records, and progress documentation
- Coordinate with surveyors, inspectors, and contractor teams to resolve minor survey issues
- Review calibration and maintenance validity for total stations, prisms, and TBM-integrated sensors
Quality, Compliance & Safety
- Ensure survey activities comply with project specifications, ITA guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Support emergency response surveys in case of unexpected ground movements or machine stoppages
- Follow RTA safety procedures and promote safe work practices in the tunneling environment
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geomatics, or Structural Engineering from an accredited university
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of experience in TBM tunnel construction, surveying, or infrastructure projects
- Metro experience preferred; UAE/GCC consultancy or construction experience is an advantage
Technical Skills
- Basic understanding of TBM operations, tunneling sequences, and underground construction methods
- Familiarity with survey software and instruments (total station, laser guidance, 3D scanners)
- Ability to assist in reviewing traverse, alignment calculations, and 3D measurements
- Basic knowledge of tunneling elements (steel ribs, shotcrete, precast segments)
Essential Skills
- Ability to read engineering drawings and follow method statements
- Proficiency in MS Office and basic engineering/survey software
- Strong coordination skills for working with engineers, surveyors, and contractors
About Parsons
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by a leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, Parsons cultivates an innovative culture that empowers employees to achieve their full potential, investing in wellbeing and offering endless growth opportunities across major global infrastructure projects.
Career Excellence: Apply specialized TBM survey expertise to major metro tunnel construction projects with a globally respected engineering firm in Dubai.
Who Should Apply?
- TBM Survey Engineers: With 8+ years of tunnel construction and alignment survey experience
- Metro/Underground Construction Professionals: Familiar with breakthrough and control network surveys
- Geomatics/Civil Engineers: Experienced with total stations, laser guidance, and 3D scanning
- NATM/TBM Specialists: Comfortable supporting both mechanized and conventional tunneling methods
- UAE/GCC Infrastructure Professionals: Seeking a specialized role with a global engineering leader
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