Land Surveyor

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out land and boundary surveys, topographic surveys, site setting-out and control work
  




• Operate surveying instruments (total station, GPS/GNSS, laser scanner, etc) and associated field equipment
  




• Capture, record and process survey data accurately using appropriate software packages
  




• Produce survey deliverables, drawings and reports to client and company standards
  




• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal project teams to ensure survey requirements are clearly understood and met
  




• Ensure survey work complies with industry standards, health & safety regulations and company quality procedures
  




• Travel to site locations across the UK as required and work independently or as part of a team
  




• Assist in maintaining equipment calibration, survey logs, and field safety records
  

Requirements

About You

• Proven experience (typically 2-4 years) as a land surveyor working on topographic, boundary or setting-out surveys
  




• Proficient in the use of surveying instruments (total station, GPS/GNSS) and familiar with relevant software (e.g., CAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing tools)
  




• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, data capture systems)
  




• Excellent attention to detail and strong report/drawing production capabilities
  




• Effective communication and interpersonal skills — comfortable liaising with clients, site teams and internal stakeholders
  




• Valid full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to different sites
  




• Understanding of health & safety on construction sites and ability to work safely in field environments
  

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• Qualification in geomatics, surveying or related discipline (HND/HNC/BSc)
  




• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES))
  




• Experience with laser scanning, drone surveys or BIM deliverables
  




• Experience working in multi-discipline projects (utilities, highways, development)