Senior / Principal Utilities Surveyor

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions provider is looking for an experienced utility surveyor who can lead teams and work flexibly across locations in the UK. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in utility surveying techniques and communication skills. The role involves working on diverse projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while adapting to various work environments. This is an exciting opportunity to make impactful contributions in an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility surveying and leading teams required.
• Full driving license needed.
• Suitability for security clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake utility surveys in various environments.
• Lead site teams effectively and deliver projects.
• Maintain a strong health and safety culture.

Skills

Utility surveying experience

Knowledge of PAS 128 methodologies

Data capture techniques (Total Stations, GNSS)

AutoCAD proficiency

Good communication skills

Health and safety knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Ground penetrating radar

Electromagnetic detection

Job description

About you:

• Experience in utility surveying & leading utility surveying teams
• Ability to undertake utility surveys in various environments with an in-depth knowledge of PAS 128 M1-M4(P) methodologies.
• Knowledge of modern data capture techniques such as Total Stations and GNSS.
• Experience using AutoCAD, including data processing, interpretation, and presentation of survey results.
• Full driving licence.
• Suitability for security clearance.

Desirable:

• Topographic surveying experience.
• QCF Utility Mapping Level 3 and Level 5 qualification in Utility Mapping and Surveying.

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Leeds/Manchester/Birmingham - however we are flexible with regards to location for this position.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high‑performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, defence, energy, and international development.

We are looking for a keen, progressive, versatile individual who can adopt a flexible approach to deliver projects for our diverse range of clients. An individual who is eager to grow & lead site teams and willing to go the extra mile to ensure work is delivered correctly, accurately and on time.

Candidates will be fully proficient in utility mapping techniques, including electromagnetic detection, ground penetrating radar and the standard outputs of utility surveying. You will have a strong health and safety culture with experience of operating safe systems of work, be ambitious, enthusiastic and have good communication skills.

Our team is based across the UK working on a variety of projects, therefore flexibility, overnight stays plus occasional night work may be required.

We deliver short‑term projects across the globe on a regular basis, you will have the opportunity to work on these projects if this is of interest to you.

Our way of working

We take pride in delivering projects effectively for clients. This often requires colleagues to be together- in offices or on site - to ensure the best outcomes. However, when possible, we also advocate for flexibility around how, when, and where you work.

There is no 'one approach fits all' - each team manages their own way of working, we trust our employees and focus on outputs not inputs.

Meeting up with colleague and clients face to face in office environments or on site is important for collaboration, face‑to‑face meetings, appraisals and development.

Inclusion

At Tetra Tech, we want everyone to feel like they truly belong. Our goal is to create a workplace where every person is valued and respected for who they are.

Everyone is welcome at Tetra Tech. Opportunities and success should only be determined by attitude, capability and collaborative spirit. Be yourself, without apology.

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at Tetra Tech Europe Careers - Jobs (selectminds.com)

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.