Senior Topographical Surveyor — Hybrid & UK‑Wide Impact

WSP; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking experienced land and engineering surveyors to join the UK-wide Surveying Services team, with roles based in Guildford, Exeter, Bristol or London.

You'll coordinate delivery across Southern England and beyond, supervise surveys to industry standards, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Travel UK-wide is essential; join a global geospatial community delivering landmark projects across the built and natural environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Surveying or related discipline.
• Significant experience in a similar role, typically 5+ years.
• Membership of a professional body (RICS or CICES) would be advantageous.
• Proficient with surveying equipment and software (N4ce, TBC, Leica Cyclone, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the successful delivery of surveying projects across Southern England and the wider UK.
• Undertake and supervise land and engineering surveys in accordance with project briefs and standards.
• Process, review and quality assure survey deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated surveying solutions.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members.
• Travel UK-wide on a regular basis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Professional body membership

Education

Degree or HND in Surveying or related discipline

Tools

N4ce

Trimble Business Centre (TBC)

Leica Cyclone

AutoCAD

Total Stations

GNSS

Terrestrial laser scanners

Job description

WSP is seeking experienced land and engineering surveyors to join the UK-wide Surveying Services team, with roles based in Guildford, Exeter, Bristol or London.

You'll coordinate delivery across Southern England and beyond, supervise surveys to industry standards, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Travel UK-wide is essential; join a global geospatial community delivering landmark projects across the built and natural environment.