MAHBOOB AHMAD
Madinah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished surveying professional specializing in high-precision geodetic, topographic, and construction surveying across infrastructure, roads, bridges, and tunnels. Expert in Total Station and GNSS operations (Leica, Trimble, CHC). Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for survey drafting and as-built documentation. Strong command of control networks, ISO-compliant calibration, and QA/QC and HSE standards. Experienced in construction supervision, technical reporting, and cross-functional coordination, delivering accurate data, optimized workflows, and error-free project execution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SENIOR LAND SURVEYOR
Rua Al Madinah Holding, AlJami & CR18G
Al Madinah
2022.01 - 2026.03
- Led surveying operations for multi-billion SAR infrastructure projects, covering over 10 km of tunnels.
- Supervised and coordinated 5 to 10 field survey teams, achieving 100% accuracy in setting-out works.
- Established and maintained more than 300 control points and benchmarks for consistent site control.
- Executed high-precision survey computations and layouts using AutoCAD, generating over 500 construction drawings.
- Prepared and submitted over 200 topographic surveys and as-built drawings, receiving client and consultant approval.
- Provided technical support to more than 10 site engineers, resolving alignment issues effectively.
- Monitored team performance and productivity, delivering comprehensive weekly and monthly reports.
- Ensured compliance with project specifications and QA/QC standards, resulting in zero major survey errors.
SENIOR LAND SURVEYOR
PECSA
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
2017.01 - 2018.01
- Directed end-to-end surveying operations for 5 high-rise hotel buildings (B2/20F, 349,335 m²), delivering precise structural and architectural setting-out.
- Drove Value Engineering (VE) implementation, validating design compliance and optimizing construction efficiency.
- Engineered and maintained survey control networks, benchmarks, and reference grids to ensure high-accuracy site execution.
- Produced high-precision survey computations and AutoCAD deliverables, including construction layouts and as-built drawings.
- Enabled accurate placement of RC core walls, columns, perimeter girders, and finishes through continuous technical guidance to site teams.
- Supervised survey team performance, issued weekly progress reports, and aligned execution with consultants, POSCO A&C architects, and PECSA contractors.
- Enforced QA/QC and HSE standards across all survey activities, achieving zero major survey errors and rework.
SURVEY ENGINEER
TAV & ACC JV
Medina, Saudi Arabia
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Directed high-precision surveying for $1.2B passenger terminal and airport expansion, covering runway, taxiways, apron, 16 aircraft stands, 20 remote stands, 31 boarding bridges, 20 buildings, utilities, and access roads.
- Executed setting-out, leveling, and alignment surveys across landside works, ensuring compliance with IFC drawings, ICAO standards, and aviation regulations.
- Established and maintained horizontal/vertical control networks, benchmarks, and reference points, ensuring accurate positioning and dimensional control.
- Measured and verified quantities for earthworks, grading, excavation, backfilling, pavements, and concrete works.
- Delivered as-built surveys, runway/taxiway profiles, drainage verification, and structural validation for consultant approvals.
- Produced layout drawings, shop drawings, as-built documentation, and technical reports.
- Utilized Total Station, GPS/GNSS, and digital levels to achieve high-accuracy outputs for LEED Gold-certified terminal (first in MENA region).
- Resolved alignment and level issues through continuous site support, eliminating rework and maintaining zero major survey errors.
- Coordinated with TAV Airports, GACA, CH2M Hill, and GMW Architects, ensuring full QA/QC and HSE compliance.
LAND SURVEYOR
Mimmar International (Roots Group)
Jizan, Saudi Arabia
2011.01 - 2015.01
- Establish and verify elevation levels and vertical control for GRC panels, curtain wall glazing, and architectural finishes, ensuring structural integrity and design compliance.
- Set out offset points, grid lines, axes, and reference lines for architectural, structural, and MEP elements to ensure high-precision construction execution.
- Perform detailed layout, leveling, and as-built surveys for superstructure, substructure, and finishing works.
- Conduct land and site data verification, review land records, cadastral drawings, and legal maps, and ensure full compliance with municipal, regulatory, and safety requirements.
- Prepare and submit survey reports, layout drawings, shop survey drawings, and as-built documentation for consultant and client approval.
- Provide continuous survey support to construction teams, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and quality across all project stages.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and HSE regulations during all surveying and layout activities.
Education
B.A. - Politics, Sociology, English
University of the Punjab
Pakistan 2017.03 - 2019.02
DAE Civil Technology - Civil, Surveying
SKILL TESTING COUNCIL
Pakistan 2008.01 - 2010.12
M.A. - English Literature
University of the Punjab
Pakistan 2019.04 - 2021.05
Skills
- Total stations (Leica, Trimble) and GPS (CHICANA, Trimble)
- Auto-CAD and Civil 3D
- Survey control and layout
- ISO calibration and safety standards
- Geodetic and topographic surveying
- Technical report preparation
- Traverse computation and earthwork calculations
- Construction supervision and QA/QC inspection
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Analytical thinking and detail orientation
- Effective communication and coordination
- Survey drafting
- Technical drawing mastery
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Arabic
Upper intermediate
Urdu
Native
Timeline
SENIOR LAND SURVEYOR
Rua Al Madinah Holding, AlJami & CR18G
2022.01 - 2026.03
M.A. - English Literature
University of the Punjab
2019.04 - 2021.05
B.A. - Politics, Sociology, English
University of the Punjab
2017.03 - 2019.02
SENIOR LAND SURVEYOR
PECSA
2017.01 - 2018.01
SURVEY ENGINEER
TAV & ACC JV
2015.01 - 2017.01
LAND SURVEYOR
Mimmar International (Roots Group)
2011.01 - 2015.01
DAE Civil Technology - Civil, Surveying
SKILL TESTING COUNCIL
2008.01 - 2010.12