Land Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Mulholland Contracts; Polbeth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company in the UK is seeking an experienced Land Surveyor. You will be responsible for planning and conducting land surveys while utilizing CAD and GPS equipment. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in land surveying, excellent communication skills, and a methodical approach to work. This permanent role offers competitive salary and benefits including a company vehicle. Training for aerial survey will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in land surveying.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, N4ce, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of GPS networks and survey instruments.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A safety-focused and methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out land and topographic surveys.
• Establishing and managing GPS and control networks.
• Conducting volumetric calculations and producing detailed reports.
• Operating multirotor UAVs for aerial data capture (training provided).
• Completing pre‑flight planning, post‑flight data processing, and documentation.
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaising with clients on‑site to ensure survey requirements are met.

Skills

Proficient in CAD software

Strong knowledge of GPS networks

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisation skills

Excellent teamwork skills

Education

Minimum 2 years’ experience in land surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

N4ce

Job description

Land Surveyor – Civil Engineering

Location: Livingston, EH55 8TJ
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Benefits: Competitive salary, Company vehicle, Pension scheme, Private medical cover, Life assurance and Opportunities for professional development and training

Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, Mulholland Contracts is a family-owned civil engineering company delivering groundworks, surfacing, and utilities projects across Scotland! With a proud heritage and a forward-looking approach, we continue to grow and innovate and we're now looking for an experienced Land Surveyor to join our team.

About the Land Surveyor Role

As part of our technical surveying team, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality survey data across a range of civil engineering sites. From planning and data collection to analysis and reporting, your expertise will ensure every project runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. While aerial survey experience is advantageous, it's not essential—we’ll provide full UAV training for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Planning and carrying out land and topographic surveys
• Establishing and managing GPS and control networks
• Conducting volumetric calculations and producing detailed reports
• Operating multirotor UAVs for aerial data capture (training provided)
• Completing pre‑flight planning, post‑flight data processing, and documentation
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments
• Liaising with clients on‑site to ensure survey requirements are met

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in land surveying
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, N4ce, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of GPS networks and survey instruments
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• A safety‑focused and methodical approach to work

Nice to have

• GVC or CAA Operational Authorisation
• Experience with UAV mapping or photogrammetry software

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, be eligible to work in the UK, and live within a commutable distance of Livingston.