Senior Topographical Surveyor (Hybrid)

The Survey Association; Leeds, Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading surveying firm is seeking a Senior Topographical Surveyor for a hybrid role. Responsibilities include conducting land and building surveys, managing projects, and ensuring quality and safety compliance. Candidates should have strong knowledge of surveying equipment and software along with excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible options for personal well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commercial Fleet Vehicle

Pension with employer contribution

Sick Pay

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance and Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in topographical surveying or related field.
• Ability to conduct detailed land and building surveys.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed land and measured building surveys.
• Lead and manage surveying projects from inception to completion.
• Produce precise survey reports.

Skills

Proficiency in using surveying equipment

Advanced knowledge of CAD software

Strong analytical skills

Excellent project management skills

Effective communication skills

Valid UK driving license

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Laser scanners

Drones

AutoCAD

n4ce

Pix4Dmatic

Job description

Job opportunity with Freedom Surveys & Inspections

Senior Topographical Surveyor (Hybrid)

Job Description

Freedom Professional Services are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Topographical Surveyor. This is a hybrid role based from site, home and our office based in and around the Stowmarket region.

You will be able to demonstrate a responsible approach to quality and health & safety management. This includes knowledge of compiling risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and knowledge of lone working processes. Consideration will be given to candidates without a degree if they can demonstrate exceptional working knowledge.

Good knowledge of AutoCAD and survey processing software is essential and experience of laser scanning would also be beneficial. We would expect candidates to possess excellent communication skills and have experience of dealing with client requirements and delivery of projects to varying specifications. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to become an important part of our survey department with firm foundations. Our training and commitment will provide good prospects for a long career with Freedom Professional Services.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Conduct detailed land and measured building surveys using the latest surveying equipment and software.
• Lead and manage surveying projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Produce precise and comprehensive survey reports, including topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and building measurements.
• Oversee the preparation and processing of survey data using CAD and other relevant software.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver tailored surveying solutions.
• Mentor and support junior surveyors, providing guidance and training to enhance their technical skills and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in surveying.

What we’re looking for

If the above sounds exciting and something you’re well versed in, then we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for an experienced, forward thinking and dedicated Senior Land Surveyor to join our team.

You must have Qualifications and experience in:

• Proficiency in using surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS, laser scanners, and drones.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD and other surveying software (e.g. AutoCAD, n4ce, Pix4Dmatic).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and produce detailed reports.
• Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A valid clean UK driving license and willingness to travel to various project sites.
• Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying or equivalent (Desirable)

We’re always evolving our benefits to ensure we’re attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Salary Competitive depending on experience/qualifications
• Commercial Fleet Vehicle
• Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution
• Sick Pay
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.