Principal Topographical Surveyor North & Midlands

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP’s Surveying Services team in the UK & Ireland seeks an experienced surveyor to lead land and engineering surveys. You will manage projects across Northern England and the UK, mentor juniors, and promote surveying capabilities to win work.

Proficiency with Total Stations, GNSS, TLS and software like N4ce, TBC, Leica Cyclone and AutoCAD is essential. Join a collaborative environment with hybrid working, supporting diverse projects and career development within a global professional services

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in surveying or related discipline with extensive experience.
• Membership in a recognised body (RICS or CICES) is advantageous.
• Understanding of project management, safety and delivery requirements.
• Proficient with Total Stations, GNSS and terrestrial laser scanners.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of surveying projects across Northern England, Midlands and UK.
• Support team performance, workload planning and client satisfaction.
• Assist business development through bids and client engagement.
• Undertake land and engineering surveys in line with briefs and standards.
• Review survey deliverables for quality and compliance with procedures.
• Mentor junior surveyors and support their progression.
• Travel UK-wide as required.

Skills

Surveying

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Degree or HND in Surveying or related discipline

Tools

N4ce

Trimble Business Centre

Leica Cyclone

AutoCAD

UAV surveying

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Are you passionate about creating safer, healthier, more inclusive and people centred places?

WSP’s Surveying Services team is growing, and we’re recruiting professionals who want to shape the future of Land and Engineering Surveying across the UK & Ireland.

We have teams based in the following locations - with WSP's hybrid working allowing for a mix of site, in-office and home working: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Guildford, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester and Naas.

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT’S INVOLVED?

Role Description Based On

• Based within WSP's Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, or Manchester offices, working as part of the UK-wide Surveying Services team alongside the Buried Services Surveying, UAV and Measured Building Surveys.
• Lead the successful delivery of surveying projects across Northern England, the midlands and the wider UK, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Support the survey team in managing team performance, workload planning, project delivery and business development activities across Scotland.
• Support business growth through bid management, proposal writing, client engagement and the promotion of WSP's surveying capabilities.
• Undertake and supervise land and engineering surveys in accordance with project briefs, specifications and industry standards.
• Process, review and quality assure survey deliverables, ensuring full compliance with WSP procedures, technical standards and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and integrated surveying solutions.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members, supporting their technical progression and professional development.

YOUR TEAM

• Surveying Services (UK)
• Working within a team of 48 Surveyors based UK wide, consisting of Topographical, Measured Building & Buried Services Surveyors and UAV Pilots.
• Working mainly on surveying projects UK wide
• Varied client base from Local Authorities to Multi-Discipline Consultants
• Reporting to the survey team lead
• Hardworking
• Surveying Services promote the power of joined-up geospatial technologies to bring locational data alive
• City based offices, with excellent transport links and surrounding area includes shops/café/parking train station

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

• Relevant technical qualification in Surveying or a related discipline (Degree or HND), with significant experience in a similar role, typically 5+ years.
• Membership of a recognised professional body (such as RICS or CICES) would be advantageous.
• Demonstrate an understanding of project management principles, commercial considerations, health, safety & wellbeing, and project delivery requirements.
• Proficient in the operation of surveying equipment, including Total Stations, GNSS systems, and terrestrial laser scanners.
• Experienced in the use of industry-standard software, including N4ce, Trimble Business Centre (TBC), Leica Cyclone, and AutoCAD.
• Experience in planning, managing, and piloting UAV surveys; holding a General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC) would be advantageous.
• Experience in delivering Buried Services Surveys would be beneficial, although not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent organisational and self-management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor junior surveyors and technical staff.
• The ability to travel UK‑wide on a regular basis is essential for this role.

Join our team of talented surveying and geospatial professionals who share a passion for delivering projects that shape the built and natural environment. As part of WSP's global community of more than 69,000 employees, you'll collaborate with experts across disciplines, helping to make a positive impact on communities both locally and around the world.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.