Freelance Land Surveyor

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM; Chipping Warden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction joint venture is seeking a Freelance Land Surveyor for their Chipping Warden site in the UK. The role involves supporting the Senior Land Surveyor in establishing survey control networks and conducting surveys using advanced equipment. Applicants should have an HND/degree in Land Survey or Geomatics, along with strong experience in relevant tools and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience within a similar role and with similar values.
• Expert knowledge of Trimble total stations, levels, and GNSS receivers.
• Good communication (both written and verbal) skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Site Engineers on project priorities.
• Carry out Topographical and Engineering Surveys.
• Manage registration and post-processing of Point Cloud Data.

Skills

Land Surveying

AutoCAD

Trimble Business Center

Communication Skills

Education

HND/degree in Land Survey or Geomatics

Tools

Trimble total stations

GNSS receivers

Job description

Overview

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We are seeking to recruit a Freelance Land Surveyor at our Chipping Warden site in Northamptonshire on a short term basis initially. Supporting the Senior Land Surveyor in establishing and maintaining the site survey control network to report and validate different construction stages. You will be responsible for undertaking land/topographic/hydrographic/measured building surveys, using a variety of specialist equipment and technology, such as robotics and 3D scanners. Analyzing data using plans, maps, charts and software such as AutoCAD, Trimble Business Center and GIS programs is an important part of this role. You’ll be required to prepare survey drawings with the Senior Land Surveyor, presenting data to clients and writing reports.

Responsibilities

You’ll coordinate with the Site Engineers for the priority of the project regarding implementation, changes of plans or deviations, unusual activities or non-conformances rectification work and coordinate with the consultant for Inspection & Approval. Setting out and as-built surveys. Carrying out Topographical and Engineering Surveys (Laser Scanner). You’ll need to manage the registration and post processing of Point Cloud Data. GNSS network surveying, precise traversing and precise levelling for breakdown from primary survey control and also managing Drone surveys for earthwork measures.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks: It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).

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Qualifications

• HND/degree in Land Survey, or Geomatics, or equivalent.
• Experience within a similar role and with similar values.
• Experience in preparing survey-related Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Expert knowledge of Trimble total stations, levels and GNSS receivers.
• Excellent AutoCAD skills to produce 2D and 3D drawings.
• Good communication (both written and verbal) skills. Solid report writing and compilation skills.
• Proficient in using survey software like Trimble Business Center.
• You must hold a driving license and have access to a vehicle.