Land Surveyor

Pell Frischmann; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

Support for professional development

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Wakefield seeks a Land Surveyor to deliver high-quality surveys across diverse environments. The role demands proficiency in surveying technologies, a degree in Land Surveying, and strong communication skills. Successful candidates will thrive in a flexible work environment, traveling across the UK for various projects. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, fostering personal and professional development in an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• CSCS accreditation necessary.
• Experience in land surveying post-graduation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality surveys across various environments.
• Reporting to the Office Principal Surveyor.
• Travel to sites across the UK and possibly abroad.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Organisational abilities

Leadership experience

Education

Degree or HND in Land Surveying or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Leica Total Stations

GNSS receivers

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private‑sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration. Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client‑focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach.

Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG‑Stiftung. RAG‑Stiftung is a foundation with the long‑term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

Main Duties

As a Land Surveyor, you’ll play a key part in delivering high‑quality surveys across a diverse range of environments — including aviation, rail, highways, land development, buildings and water. Reporting directly to the Office Principal Surveyor, you’ll work on exciting projects both in the UK and overseas. You can be based in our Manchester, Wakefield, Sunderland or Leeds offices and will have full IT support for remote and home working when required.

We’re looking for someone who’s self‑motivated, organised, and able to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards — often with minimal supervision. Flexibility is important. You’ll need to regularly travel to sites across the UK, with the possibility of occasional overseas assignments, and be willing to work some night and weekend shifts when needed. You will also need to use your own vehicle for this role; expenses will be paid.

What You’ll Need

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake regular drug and alcohol screening
• CSCS accreditation (required)
• Network Rail PTS accreditation (desired but not essential)
• Previous experience post‑graduate in a land surveying role
• Full UK right to work (we are not able to sponsor for this role)

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Leica Total Stations, digital levels, GNSS receivers, and HD laser scanners
• Experience with LSS, SCC, Cyclone, StarNET, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office 365
• Experience maintaining and operating automated monitoring systems would be an advantage – full training is provided if not already held

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK
• CSCS card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
• Network Rail PTS accreditation (desirable)

Experience

• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Ability to produce accurate topographical, boundary and as‑built surveys
• Good understanding of coordinate systems, datum and data management
• Proficiency in use of total stations, GNSS/GPS surveying equipment and digital levels
• Experience using Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity or similar processing software
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Land Registration Act, CDM Regulations)
• Understanding of sustainable surveying technologies and digital twins

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and reporting skills
• Good organisational and time‑management abilities
• Leadership and project coordination experience
• Client relationship management skills
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement and innovation

Why Pell Frischmann?

We are one of the UK’s most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built‑environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate.

We will support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. We’re happy to talk about flexible working and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees.

In addition, you’ll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits you can find on the link below.

Pell Frischmann Benefits

To apply for this role, please click "Apply for this job" below to complete our short application form and upload a copy of your CV. Please remove any personal details such as your home address and date of birth from your CV. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a diversity monitoring form. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. By completing this form, you will help us to monitor and analyse diversity information so that we can ensure that our recruitment processes are fair and identify opportunities to improve them. Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will not be seen by those involved in the selection process.