Senior Topographical Surveyor

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Northwich; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Health & wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A leading surveying services company based in Northwich is looking for a Surveyor to coordinate UK-wide projects and manage site teams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant technical degree and 5-10 years of experience in surveying, along with expertise in software like AutoCAD and Trimble. This role offers hybrid working with flexible arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mentor team members.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in surveying or a related field.
• Membership of a professional body is advantageous.
• Ability to travel UK-wide on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live projects and manage site and office teams.
• Assist with bidding and proposal writing.
• Carry out land and engineering surveys as per briefs.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Technical degree/HND in surveying or related discipline

Competent in total stations

Good problem solving skills

Ability to manage and mentor staff

Education

Relevant technical degree/HND

Tools

N4ce software

Trimble Business Centre

AutoCAD

GNSS & terrestrial laser scanners

Job description

Overview

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready. In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond.

To find out more about our Planning and Advisory business and information on our team within Surveying Services, visit the links: Surveying Services (UK).

Your new role, what’s involved

• Based at WSP’s Liverpool/Northwich offices, working within the UK-wide Surveying Services team, alongside the Buried Services Surveying, UAV and MBS teams.
• Coordinating live projects, managing site and office teams UK-wide.
• Assisting with bidding, proposal writing and marketing for new projects.
• Carrying out land and engineering surveys with respect to briefs and specifications.
• Processing and checking projects, while rigorously adhering to, and ensuring, that the prevailing standards of WSP are adhered to.
• Mentoring of junior team members.

Your team

• Surveying Services (UK)
• Working within a team of 44 Surveyors based UK-wide, consisting of Topographical, Measured Building & Buried Services Surveyors and UAV Pilots.
• Working on surveying projects UK-wide.
• Varied client base from Local Authorities to Multi-Discipline Consultants.
• Reporting to the survey team lead in Liverpool.
• Hardworking attitude; Surveying Services promote the power of joined-up geospatial technologies to bring locational data alive.
• City-based offices with good transport links and nearby amenities.

We’d love to hear from you if you have

• A relevant technical degree/HND in surveying or a related discipline, typically 5–10 years of experience.
• Membership of a professional body would be advantageous.
• Comprehensive understanding of project and commercial considerations.
• Competent in the use of total stations, GNSS & terrestrial laser scanners.
• Experience with software including N4ce (or similar), Trimble Business Centre (or similar) and AutoCAD.
• Experience in planning and piloting UAV surveys would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in carrying out Buried Services Surveys would be advantageous but not essential.
• Knowledge of Cyclone or CloudWorx would be advantageous but not essential.
• Good problem solving, self-management and people skills.
• Ability to work effectively alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to manage and mentor staff.
• The ability to travel UK-wide on a regular basis is essential for this role.

What we offer across the business

• Work-life balance with hybrid working policy; flexibility to work from home two days a week and in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity and Belonging: varied backgrounds, authentic selves, and culture of inclusion.
• Health & wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships), and menopause support.
• Flexible time and development: WSP My Hour, part-time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and use of bank holidays as suited.
• Your development: training, mentoring, and support toward Chartership.

EEO statement: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified 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 workplace adjustments in support of your application.