Utilities Surveyor (Senior / Principal)

Tetra Tech Europe; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking a Utility Survey Team Lead to plan, lead and deliver utility surveying programmes across diverse environments, applying PAS 128 M1–M4(P) methodologies and producing standard AutoCAD deliverables. You will combine hands-on field leadership with data capture, processing and CAD output while ensuring safe systems of work and regulatory compliance.

Your impact includes raising safety and technical standards, supporting rapid decision-making for design teams, and

Qualifications

• Proven utility surveying experience with PAS 128 M1–M4(P).
• Competent with GPR, EM, total station, GNSS and AutoCAD.
• Full driving licence and suitability for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility surveying programmes and field teams to deliver PAS 128 outputs.
• Manage safety, QA/QC and compliance with client specs and regulations.
• Coordinate data capture, processing and AutoCAD deliverables for clients.
• Mentor colleagues to raise technical standards and efficiency.
• Support occasional international deployments and travel as required.

Skills

PAS 128 proficiency

Leadership

GPR & EM surveying

AutoCAD data delivery

Regulatory compliance

Education

QCF Utility Mapping Level 3/5

Topographic surveying experience

Tools

AutoCAD

GPR

EM surveying equipment

Total Station

GNSS

Job description

Join Tetra Tech and apply advanced utility‑mapping expertise to projects that protect infrastructure and improve community resilience. Lead technical teams using GPR, electromagnetic detection and modern survey workflows to deliver reliable, safety‑first results across diverse sectors and geographies.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

You will plan, lead and deliver utility surveying programmes across a range of environments, applying PAS 128 M1–M4(P) methodologies and producing standard utility deliverables. The role combines hands‑on field leadership with data capture (GPR, EM, total station, GNSS), processing and CAD output. You will ensure safe systems of work, accurate interpretation of survey data and compliance with client specifications and regulatory requirements.

Your Impact in this position

As a Utility Survey Team Lead you will raise site safety and technical standards, support rapid, accurate decision‑making for design and construction teams, and mentor colleagues to build capability. Your work will reduce project risk, prevent service strikes and support efficient delivery for clients across infrastructure, energy and environmental sectors — including occasional international assignments.

Core Capabilities

• Technical Utility Mapping — Expert use of electromagnetic detection and ground‑penetrating radar to detect, verify and map buried services to PAS 128 standards.
• Field Survey Execution — Lead and deliver surveys in diverse conditions, manage night works and overnight stays, and maintain rigorous site safety and method statements.
• Data Capture & Modelling — Proficient capture with total stations and GNSS; process, interpret and present utility data into clear AutoCAD deliverables.
• Team Leadership & Client Communication — Lead utility teams, allocate resources, liaise with clients and communicate findings effectively to multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance — Implement QA/QC protocols, ensure outputs meet contractual, regulatory and security clearance requirements.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Proven utility surveying experience; strong knowledge of PAS 128 M1–M4(P). Competent with GPR, EM, total station, GNSS and AutoCAD. Full driving licence and suitability for security clearance required. QCF Utility Mapping Level 3/5, topographic surveying experience and relevant professional training desirable.

Working Environment

Base locations: Leeds, Manchester or Birmingham (flexible). Hybrid working available; expect a mix of office, client site and field days with typical office attendance 1–3 days/week depending on project. Travel, occasional night work and overnight stays may be required, including opportunities for short‑term international deployments.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.