Survey Manager

Galliford Try Holdings plc; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks an experienced Engineering Manager for a £124m highways project at Sizewell C. The successful candidate will lead a skilled survey team, ensuring health and safety standards while delivering precise surveys critical for civil projects. Candidates should have a degree in Survey/Geodesy, possess strong mathematical skills, and be familiar with Trimble, Leica, and AutoCAD. Committed to providing exceptional training and flexible work options, this firm values diversity and integrity in the workplace.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Competitive family leave policy

Paid yearly membership to a professional association

Qualifications

• CICES/RICS membership or working towards it with substantial survey experience.
• Degree or relevant qualification in Survey/Geodesy; strong Maths & Science background.
• Expert in Trimble, Leica, Topcon instruments and associated software.
• Proficient in CAD (2D/3D) and survey software including AutoCAD, TBC, Leica Infinity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a skilled survey team in delivering various survey types.
• Maintain accurate site survey control networks.
• Deliver topographical, setting out, as-built, and GNSS surveys with precision.
• Manage permits to dig and coordinate with site engineers.

Skills

CICES/RICS membership

Survey experience

Strong Maths & Science background

Excellent English communication

Proficiency in CAD

Education

Degree in Survey/Geodesy

Tools

Trimble

Leica

Topcon instruments

AutoCAD

TBC

Leica Infinity

Job description

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Engineering Manager - Infrastructure

Location - Leiston, Suffolk

What you will be doing

Galliford Try are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager on our brand-new £124m highways project as part of the development of Sizewell C. You will lead a skilled survey team, delivering precise survey control, topographical and as-built surveys, and critical data for complex civil and earthworks projects

• Champion Health, Safety, and Environmental standards across the survey team
• Lead and advise the survey team on all construction activities
• Maintain accurate site survey control networks for seamless project delivery
• Collect, interpret, and report survey data to track assets and progress
• Deliver topographical, setting out, as-built, and GNSS surveys with precision
• Coordinate with Site Engineers, consultants, BIM, and GIS teams for smooth execution
• Drive Quality Assurance for all survey processes and data management
• Manage permits to dig and ground disturbance procedures efficiently

About you

• CICES/RICS membership (or working towards) with substantial survey experience
• Degree or relevant qualification in Survey/Geodesy; strong Maths & Science background
• Expert in Trimble, Leica, Topcon instruments and associated software
• Proficient in CAD (2D/3D) and survey software including AutoCAD, TBC, Leica Infinity
• Excellent English communication, documentation, and experience with Method Statements & Risk Assessments

What We Can Offer in Return

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Competitive family leave policy
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us

Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our business please contact Jenny Reid - [e-mail]

Infrastructure Business

Our Infrastructure business has seen impressive growth over the last few years, securing a number of high-profile projects and places on key frameworks that have cemented our position as a leading player in the infrastructure sector.

We are committed to investing in the success of our people, our business and our partners by consistently exceeding targets and delivering value to our customers through excellence, efficiency and innovation. We ensure that we have a positive impact and lasting legacy on the local environment, society and the communities in which we work.

With a solid foundation, we are poised for continued growth. Our Sustainable Growth Strategy centres on expanding our core capabilities into adjacent markets with new and existing customers, with a focus on infrastructure resilience to support the UK's transition to net zero.

Infrastructure (Major Projects)

Our major projects business stream focuses on delivering major works packages of £100m+, acting as the primary delivery route for large scale, complex infrastructure schemes.

We are currently delivering nationally important major infrastructure projects for strategically selected customers who are aligned with our values, building on our strong market reputation and expertise.

Additional Information

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, part-time and / or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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