Placement Measured Surveyor

After reading about the role, please ensure to read application instructions at the bottom of the page.

PLEASE NOTE: You must follow the application instructions correctly. Failure to do so may mean that your application is not considered.

All about the role:

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic student, who’s studying towards either a BSc or MSc in Geomatics, Land Surveying or Geography, or a BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering, to join Hollis for a year out placement. The successful candidate will start with Hollis in summer 2026.

Introducing an amazing opportunity for a Placement Measured Surveyor. Join our well-established and expert teams and assist them in all aspects of Measurement Surveying. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the ongoing success and evolution of Hollis. Applications will close on 31 January 2026, with interviews taking place in February.

Your day to day:

• Undertake measured survey instructions, whether in a lead capacity or assisting on larger instructions


• Ensure that all projects meet the necessary Company standards, such as quality, data management and health and safety.


• Liaise with senior members of the team to advise the most appropriate technology and the most efficient way to deliver projects.


• Take responsibility for data, from its collection to final delivery, using the most appropriate technology and methodology to meet the project specification


• Meet target KPIs on work in progress management including hours into work.


• Business Development and client care awareness.

• Adherence to Health & Safety procedures.


• Independence around your own continuous professional learning.


• Respect company values and culture.

Your skills and experience

• Studying towards a Degree or MSc in Geomatics or Land Surveying.


• Excellent mathematical and technical skills.


• Knowledge of Leica instrumentation, processing software (LSS, Cyclone and Cloudworx) is (desired but not essential).


• Previous knowledge and experience of using MBS software (or similar on-site data capture software) is desirable but not essential.


• Experienced user of AutoCAD.


• Knowledge of Revit and use of scan data in a CAD environment.


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.


• Clean driving licence is (desired but not essential).

All about you:

• You’re professional, self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive, able to prioritise and multi-task with a can-do attitude.


• You’re highly organised with the ability to balance tasks and ensure deadlines are met.


• You’re flexible and able work under pressure.


• You have a passion for the built environment and surveying.

We welcome applicants with language skills and encourage employees to work abroad in our offices across Europe. At the same time, we recruit nationals from Europe to participate in UK training before relocating.

All about Hollis:

We’re incredibly proud to have a long tradition of recruiting and nurturing future talent. 72 of our current employees started with us on our emerging talent programmes (11 are now directors), with the longest serving being with us for a whopping 26 years! We currently have 70 graduates, 18 apprentices and 8 placements across our different programmes, so you’ll be in the best hands to learn and evolve. We’re also humbled by our 88% pass rate over the last 12 months, so you’ll be in the best hands to succeed.

We are hardworking, progressive, successful and fun! We’re independently-owned and independently-minded, not afraid to give honest advice or to be ourselves. We aim to achieve the right balance for you, delivering excellent client service whilst supporting you in fulfilling your potential and achieving your goals.

Our mission is to address complex challenges for our clients while expanding into new markets. Our surveyors collaborate closely with other teams, utilising our Hollis ‘One Team’ approach to deliver comprehensive, interdisciplinary solutions. This role offers a strong foundation for your professional growth and development.

Do you want to be part of a relaxed and friendly working environment that nurtures your growth and encourages you to thrive?

Look no further, we’d love to hear from you!

Application Instructions

You will be asked to answer three questions:

• Two role specific questions


• One Hollis-related question

For each question, you may choose to respond with either a written answer or a video.

Each candidate must submit at least one video response, but you can choose which question to answer by video.

Make sure all three questions are answered before submitting your application.

Written responses should be no more than 250 words each.
Video responses should be no longer than 1 minute each.

Good luck!