Digital & Measured Surveying Manager (47)

Airey Miller; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Private medical insurance

28 days holiday including bank/public

Job summary

Airey Miller Group in Sevenoaks is seeking an experienced Digital & Measured Surveying Manager to lead our digital and measured surveying services across residential and commercial projects. You will drive technical delivery, client liaison and team development, ensuring high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

Join a growing cross-disciplinary team within the Celnor Group, focusing on advancing digital surveying workflows, BIM information delivery and project quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in digital surveying, measured building surveying, reality capture, BIM or point-cloud processing.
• Strong practical experience of laser scanning, drone surveying and total station operations.
• Proficient in point-cloud processing, registration and alignment using NavVis IVION or equivalent software.
• Good understanding of BIM processes, ISO 19650, the UK BIM Framework and digital information management.
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing technical teams, with quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage digital and measured surveying projects from initial enquiry through to delivery and client issue.
• Oversee surveying activities using laser scanners, drones and total stations, coordinating site teams and programmes.
• Manage point-cloud processing, registration and integration of scan and drone data.
• Oversee production and quality of floor plans, elevations, sections, point clouds and 3D models.
• Review technical deliverables for accuracy and compliance with project specs.
• Manage project scopes, fee proposals, invoicing and client relationships.
• Lead, mentor and develop the surveying team and drive continuous improvement.
• Advance digital surveying workflows and BIM information delivery including ISO 19650.

Skills

Digital surveying

Measured building surveying

Reality capture

BIM

Point-cloud processing

Tools

NavVis IVION

Job description

Description

Department: Field Team

Location: Sevenoaks

Compensation: £50,000 - £60,000 / year

Who we are

Established in 1995, Airey Miller is a multi-discipline property and construction consultancy, delivering professional services to public and private sector developers, housing providers and asset owners.

We provide expertise across project management, employer's agent services, building safety, fire engineering and technical consultancy. Known for building strong relationships and providing practical advice, we support clients from project inception through to completion.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job details

We are looking for an experienced Digital & Measured Surveying Manager to join our team and take responsibility for the delivery and development of our digital and measured surveying services. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a specialist surveying function, working across a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects for clients including local authorities and housing associations.

You will play a key role in driving the growth and development of the team, combining technical expertise, project management and people leadership to deliver high-quality surveying solutions. Working closely with clients, colleagues and other construction professionals, you will help strengthen our digital capabilities, improve processes and maintain the highest standards of technical delivery and client service.

What you will do

• Lead and manage digital and measured surveying projects from initial enquiry and fee proposal through to delivery and client issue.
• Oversee surveying activities using laser scanners, drones and total stations, ensuring effective coordination of site teams, resources and programmes.
• Manage point-cloud processing, registration and integration of scan and drone datasets using NavVis IVION or equivalent software.
• Oversee the production and quality of measured survey outputs, including floor plans, elevations, sections, point clouds and 3D models.
• Review technical deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency and compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Manage project scopes, fee proposals, commercial requirements, invoicing and client relationships.
• Lead, mentor and develop the surveying team, promoting technical excellence, collaboration and continuous professional development.
• Drive improvements in digital surveying workflows, quality management and BIM information delivery, including ISO 19650 and UK BIM Framework requirements.

Who you are

• Have a minimum five years' experience in digital surveying, measured building surveying, reality capture, BIM or point-cloud processing within the construction industry.
• Strong practical experience of laser scanning, drone surveying and total station operations, particularly within existing buildings and construction environments.
• Be proficient in point-cloud processing, registration and alignment using NavVis IVION or equivalent software.
• Have strong understanding of measured building surveys, building geometry, levels, structural dimensions, CAD production and Revit modelling.
• You will need proven experience managing surveying projects, including fee proposals, resource planning, programmes, commercial requirements and client expectations.
• Have a good understanding of BIM processes, ISO 19650, the UK BIM Framework and digital information management.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring and developing technical teams, alongside implementing quality management systems and improving working practices.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, client-focused approach.

Join us

You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group-wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.

Benefits

We offer a strong benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• Bonus incentive
• Private medical insurance
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays plus one additional day off for your birthday and additional holiday days over the Christmas period 3 / 4 days (at Director’s discretion)
• Professional subscriptions paid by the company
• Plus, access to a wider range of employee benefits and rewards

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.