Senior Land Surveyor

Laing O'Rourke; Aldringham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering and construction firm in the UK seeks a Senior Land Surveyor to support the Sizewell C project. The role involves establishing control networks, managing machine control integrations, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have an HND/Degree in Land Surveying and at least 3 years of experience in civil engineering projects. This position offers engagement in a leading infrastructure initiative focused on energy innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Supportive and dynamic work environment

Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects

Disability Confident scheme for candidate access

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in site-based surveying on large-scale civil engineering projects.
• Proficiency with GNSS, Total Stations, digital levels, and laser scanners.
• SSSTS qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain control networks for project lifecycle.
• Plan and perform high accuracy setting out for earthworks.
• Mentor and train junior survey staff.

Skills

Survey control

Setting out

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

HND/Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leica Captivate

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Senior Land Surveyor – Enabling and Earthworks

Location: Suffolk

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C!

The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Land Surveyor to support the successful delivery of the Sizewell C Project.

CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading delivery contractors — Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty — to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.

We are seeking a Senior Land Surveyor to support the delivery of the Enabling Works and Earthworks scope. This early stage of the project includes major packages such as the SSSI Crossing, ground improvements, dewatering, diaphragm walls, sea defence, Marine Bulk Import Facility (MBIF), Beach Landing Facility (BLF), construction drainage outfall and bulk earthworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain control networks to support the full lifecycle of the project
• Plan and execute high accuracy setting out for earthworks, drainage, utilities, bridges, structures and foundations
• Perform and oversee as-built surveys, ensuring outputs meet client and design requirements
• Manage integration of machine control systems (Trimble, Leica, Topcon) and support UAV (drone) surveying operations
• Prepare, check and submit survey outputs including CAD drawings, 3D models and as-built deliverables
• Collaborate with engineers and construction teams to align survey outputs with design intent
• Implement robust quality control and compliance procedures, troubleshooting discrepancies as required
• Mentor and train junior survey staff, supporting their technical and professional development
• Ensure survey activities meet health, safety and nuclear safety requirements

What skills & experience are we looking for?

Essential:

• HND/Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics or related discipline
• 3+ years' experience in site-based surveying on large-scale civil engineering projects (highways, rail, earthworks, infrastructure)
• Strong experience in survey control, setting out, QA procedures, and as-built documentation
• Proficiency with GNSS, Total Stations, digital levels, and laser scanners (Leica/Trimble preferred)
• Skilled in relevant software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, LSS, Leica Captivate, or Trimble Business Center
• SSSTS qualification
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

• Membership with a professional body (e.g. RICS, ICES, CIHT)
• Experience with machine control systems and 3D modelling

Why SZC?

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey—from investment to construction and beyond.

About Laing O''Rourke: We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O''Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O''Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the “Offer an interview scheme”. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.

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