Senior Land Surveyor

Vision Survey; Crawley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working options post-probatio

Pension Scheme

Health Insurance (Vitality)

Company Van and Fuel Card

Referral Scheme up to £1000

IT & Phone Package

Job summary

Vision Survey in Crawley seeks an experienced Senior Land Surveyor to lead on-site surveying projects, combining fieldwork with data processing and client liaison. You will mentor junior staff and support growth of geospatial capabilities across sectors.

The role requires independence on site, ensuring data quality, safety and timely delivery to clients, with a competitive benefits package and opportunities for development within the Celnor Group.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience using Leica survey equipment, including Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels and GPS.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and N4CE, including processing of topographical, monitoring and traverse data.
• Experience carrying out traversing, monitoring and topographical surveys.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and industry best practice.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills.
• Effective communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of surveys including traversing, monitoring, topographical and laser scanning surveys.
• Operate Leica Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels and GNSS equipment.
• Process, manage and interpret survey data using AutoCAD and N4CE.
• Prepare survey drawings, reports and deliverables.
• Ensure data quality and accuracy across all survey outputs.
• Work independently on site and manage day-to-day survey activities.
• Supervise and mentor survey team members, providing technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality compliance.

Skills

Leica experience

Autonomy on site

Communication skills

Tools

Leica Total Stations

Laser scanners

GPS

AutoCAD

N4CE

Job description

Senior Land Surveyor

Department: Geospatial - South

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Crawley

Description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Crawley

Salary: Competitive

About Us

Vision Survey was founded in 2007 with the ambition to become the UK's leading authority on permit to dig control. What began with humble beginnings has grown into a trusted surveying and consultancy business with over fifty dedicated staff members, proudly involved in major civil engineering projects including Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point.

As one of the leading survey companies in the UK, we are focused on improving the construction industry by embracing innovation and technology. We work with our clients to complete projects on time and safely. As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a supportive environment where everyone can thrive, with our core values of Reflection, Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity guiding everything we do.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Land Surveyor to join our team in Crawley.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the delivery of a wide range of land surveying projects, combining hands-on fieldwork with office-based data processing and project support. Working across a variety of sectors, you will play a key role in delivering accurate survey data, mentoring junior team members and supporting the continued growth of our geospatial capabilities.

The successful candidate will be confident working independently on site, managing survey activities and ensuring high standards of quality, safety and client service are maintained throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of surveys including traversing, monitoring, topographical and laser scanning surveys
• Operate Leica Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels and GNSS equipment
• Process, manage and interpret survey data using AutoCAD and N4CE
• Prepare survey drawings, reports and deliverables
• Ensure data quality and accuracy across all survey outputs
• Work independently on site and manage day-to-day survey activities
• Supervise and mentor survey team members, providing technical guidance and support
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and project teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality compliance

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Extensive experience using Leica survey equipment, including Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels and GPS
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and N4CE, including processing of topographical, monitoring and traverse data
• Experience carrying out traversing, monitoring and topographical surveys
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and industry best practice
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills
• Effective communication and reporting abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Full UK manual driving licence

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a technically capable and proactive surveyor who enjoys taking ownership of projects and supporting others within the team.

The successful candidate will be committed to delivering high-quality work, building strong client relationships and contributing to the ongoing development of Vision Survey's surveying capabilities.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 with service
• Flexible working options post probation
• Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships, and spa days
• Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance (Vitality), including cinema tickets, free coffee, and movie rental rewards, along with free subscription to Headspace and Free Virtual 24/7 GP Service
• Life Insurance
• Company Van and Fuel Card
• Tax-free stay-away allowance and paid travel time over 1 hour journey
• Paid overtime for over 40 hrs, with increased rate for night and weekend work
• Referral Scheme of up to £1000
• IT & Phone Package
• Recognition Scheme and Service Awards
• Social events throughout the year
• Continuous on-the-job training and development, both in-house and through The Survey School (QCF) and CICES qualifications

Every project we undertake contributes to a safer, more sustainable built environment. Be part of a team making a tangible impact on the future of infrastructure, with a culture built on learning and innovation where your ideas and expertise will play a vital role in shaping outcomes.

Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief.

Due to the nature of the projects we undertake, successful candidates may be required to undergo background screening or security clearance checks where requested by clients.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and where opportunities are accessible to all regardless of background. Diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and recruitment approach.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to the ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.