Engineering Surveyor

RTL Group Ltd; Witham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Witham is seeking an experienced Engineering Surveyor for a key role in a major earthworks project. The position offers a competitive day rate and a consistent workload for 6 months, requiring proven experience in civil engineering and proficiency with relevant surveying tools. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. This opportunity may extend to further projects in the future.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Long-term opportunity

Outside IR35 considerations

Qualifications

• Proven experience in heavy civil engineering or earthworks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out topographical and volumetric surveys across the site.
• Set out for earthworks and drainage.
• Manage survey control and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Experience in a similar Surveyor role

Proficient with GPS and Total Station

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

CSCS card

Tools

Trimble

Leica

AutoCAD

LSS

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Engineering Surveyor to support a major large-scale earthworks package in Witham. This is a key role on a high-value infrastructure project with a strong pipeline of work, offering consistent work for a 6-month duration.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out topographical and volumetric surveys across the site
• Setting out for earthworks, drainage, and other civil elements
• Managing survey control and ensuring accuracy in data collection
• Interpreting technical drawings and liaising with site teams
• Working closely with site engineers, project managers, and subcontractors
• Preparing as-built drawings and ensuring all survey data is properly recorded and processed

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar Surveyor role within heavy civil engineering or earthworks
• Proficient with GPS, Total Station, and relevant surveying equipment/software (e.g. Trimble, Leica, AutoCAD, LSS)
• CSCS card (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider project team

Additional Info

• Competitive day rate dependent on experience
• Long-term opportunity with the potential for further work on adjacent packages
• Outside IR35 considered for suitable candidates

To Apply

Please submit your CV via the application link