Geospatial Rail & Highway Surveyor - Laser, Drones & 3D

HARMONY BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES LTD; London Colney; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Plowman Craven, a leading UK measurement survey company, seeks a Geospatial Surveyor to support rail and highway projects nationwide from Harpenden. You will deliver surveying outputs using laser scanning, UAS and Amberg track trolleys alongside traditional techniques.

You will work with Lead Surveyor and Project Managers to ensure quality, safety and timely delivery while developing your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ surveying experience, ideally in a rail environment.
• Relevant qualification in surveying and/or civil engineering.
• Strong experience in traditional surveying techniques including control traverses, levelling and GNSS.
• Experience with survey and CAD software; N4ce, Cyclone and AutoCAD are advantageous.
• Organised, self-motivated and able to solve problems under pressure.
• Full UK manual driving licence (company vehicles available).
• CSCS card required; PTS and LU-WSSI desirable, with company-supported training available.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Lead Surveyor and Project Manager to choose the most suitable technology and methods for each project
• Carrying out all surveying and technical aspects of assigned projects to company standards for quality, health and safety
• Taking ownership of allocated parts of projects, including logistics
• Checking survey data and deliverables against specification and accuracy requirements, and resolving discrepancies before submission for review
• Managing project data in line with company protocols, from capture through to final delivery
• Reporting progress to the project team so deadlines and budgets are met
• Coordinating with other site teams and subcontractors, and supporting junior surveyors
• Working nationwide, with night work and working away from home for around 50% of the month; weekend shifts are available most weekends

Skills

Surveying

Rail industry experience

Problem solving

Organised

Driving licence

Education

Relevant qualification in surveying or civil engineering

Tools

N4ce

Cyclone

AutoCAD

Job description

Plowman Craven, a leading UK measurement survey company, seeks a Geospatial Surveyor to support rail and highway projects nationwide from Harpenden. You will deliver surveying outputs using laser scanning, UAS and Amberg track trolleys alongside traditional techniques.

You will work with Lead Surveyor and Project Managers to ensure quality, safety and timely delivery while developing your career in a collaborative environment.