Rail Surveyor

Plowman Craven Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25+ days

Performance bonus

Pension scheme

London travel cards

Fleet vehicles

Life assurance

Family friendly benefits

Employee‑owned company

Job summary

Plowman Craven Limited is seeking a Rail Surveyor to join our Digital Construction – Rail team, delivering specialist surveying across rail and highway environments nationwide. You’ll work with Lead Surveyors, Project Managers and delivery teams to produce accurate survey data using laser scanning, UAV, and Amberg Track Trolleys.

We’re looking for 3–5 years in rail/infrastructure surveying, a surveying or civil engineering qualification, and strong IT skills with CAD software.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years surveying experience, rail or infrastructure preferred.
• Qualification in Surveying or Civil Engineering.
• Strong IT skills with CAD software; N4ce, Cyclone and AutoCAD advantageous.
• Experience with laser scanning, UAV or track surveying equipment.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem‑solving; able to work independently.
• Full UK manual driving licence; willingness to travel nationwide; occasional nights/weekends.
• CSCS card; PTS and LU‑WSSI desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify surveying technologies and methodologies with Lead Surveyors and Project Managers.
• Undertake surveying and technical activities across rail and highway environments with QA/Safety standards.
• Manage survey data from capture through to final delivery following processes.
• Ensure outputs are accurate, high quality and client-ready.
• Own assigned project elements including logistics and planning with the broader team.
• Communicate progress, support deadlines and help keep projects within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors and on-site teams.
• Mentor junior surveyors to develop technical capability and on-site experience.

Skills

3–5 years surveying experience

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication

Independent work capability

Project coordination

Education

Qualification in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

N4ce

Cyclone

AutoCAD

Job description

As one of the largest measurement survey companies in the UK, Plowman Craven provides a range of services to the property, rail and infrastructure markets. Our innovation, dynamic approach and commitment to delivering a flawless service is achieved by investing in and empowering our employees to push boundaries and reach new heights. Regardless of the size or complexity of a project, our clients trust us to provide a service that goes beyond their expectations.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and motivated Rail Surveyor to join our Digital Construction – Rail team, supporting the delivery of specialist surveying projects across rail and highway environments nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor with a background in rail or infrastructure surveying who is looking to further develop their technical expertise while working with advanced survey technologies and delivering projects for major clients including Network Rail and London Underground. You will be responsible for delivering accurate, high-quality survey data across a range of complex projects, using technologies including laser scanning, UAV and Amberg Track Trolleys. Working closely with Lead Surveyors, Project Managers and delivery teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work alongside Lead Surveyors and Project Managers to identify the most appropriate surveying technologies and methodologies for each project
• Undertake surveying and technical activities across rail and highway environments, ensuring compliance with company quality and health & safety standards
• Manage survey data from initial capture through to final delivery, following company processes and protocols
• Ensure survey outputs are accurate, high quality and delivered in a client-ready format
• Take ownership of assigned project elements, including logistics, planning and coordination with wider project teams
• Communicate project progress, support delivery against deadlines and help ensure projects remain within budget
• Coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors and other teams working on site
• Support and mentor junior surveyors, helping to develop technical capability and on-site experience

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years’ surveying experience, ideally within a rail or infrastructure environment
• Experience using traditional survey techniques and processing survey data
• A relevant qualification in Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong IT skills with experience using surveying and CAD software; experience with N4ce, Cyclone and AutoCAD is advantageous
• Experience working with advanced surveying technologies such as laser scanning, UAV or track surveying equipment would be beneficial
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide, including occasional night and weekend work when required
• CSCS card required; Personal Track Safety (PTS) and London Underground Worksite Safety Induction (LU-WSSI) desirable

Plowman Craven is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Plowman Craven is a great place to work and offers a range of competitive family friendly benefits including:

• 25 Days Annual Leave – increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
• Performance related bonus
• Salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme
• Travel loans & travel cards (Zone 1+2) for London-based roles
• Access to fleet vehicles
• Life assurance
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Social activities organised yearly
• Employee owned company held in a Trust for the benefit of employees

Please note : All benefits outlined above is subject to variations based on the location / country of the advertised role.