Lead Utilities Surveyor - Kent

BALFOUR BEATTY; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK is seeking two experienced Lead Utilities Surveyors for the Lower Thames Crossing project. You will lead utilities surveying activities to ensure accurate detection and mapping of assets. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of PAS 128, and proficiency in survey technologies. Benefits include flexible working options and 25 days paid leave.

Benefits

Smart working options

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Utilities Surveyor (5+ years), including 2+ years in a lead role.
• Strong working knowledge of PAS 128, HSG47, and related standards.
• Proficient in survey technologies (EML, GPR, total stations, GNSS).

Responsibilities

• Lead utilities survey activities for Power T&D works along the Lower Thames Crossing.
• Plan, supervise, and execute surveys in compliance with PAS 128.
• Oversee data collection and CAD/GIS deliverables for engineering teams.

Skills

Utilities Surveying

Leadership

Planning and Coordination

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

Level 3/4 in Utility Mapping

HNC/D in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

About the role

Location: Lower Thames Crossing Project (Kent / Essex corridor with site-based work)

Reports To: Utilities Survey Manager / Power T&D Project Manager

We are seeking two experienced Lead Utilities Surveyors to join our Power T&D team on the Lower Thames Crossing—one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. You will lead on utilities surveying activities, ensuring accurate detection, mapping, and coordination of underground and overhead assets to support the delivery of transmission and distribution works.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and coordinate all utilities survey activities for Power T&D works along the Lower Thames Crossing route.
• Plan, supervise, and execute surveys of existing utilities (buried and overhead) in compliance with PAS 128 and project specifications.
• Oversee data collection, interpretation, and production of high-quality CAD/GIS deliverables for engineering and construction teams.
• Interface with third‑party stakeholders, statutory undertakers, and local authorities to validate asset information.
• Manage and mentor survey teams, subcontractors, and junior staff, ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Provide technical input on utilities constraints and support clash detection, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all survey records, reports, and drawings are delivered on time and meet client and project quality standards.

Who we're looking for

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Utilities Surveyor (5+ years), with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role on large infrastructure or power T&D projects.
• Strong working knowledge of PAS 128, HSG47, and related utilities surveying standards.
• Proficiency in survey technologies (EML, GPR, total stations, GNSS) and associated data processing software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS).
• Excellent leadership, planning, and coordination skills with ability to manage multiple work fronts.
• Strong health and safety awareness in a live construction environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience working on major highways or linear infrastructure projects (e.g. HS2, National Grid, Highways England).
• Survey‑related qualification (e.g. Level 3/4 in Utility Mapping, HNC/D in Surveying or Civil Engineering).
• CSCS card and relevant safety tickets.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on‑going maintenance, our in‑house experts, flexible resources and industry‑leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [e-mail].