Lead Surveyor

Murphy Geospatial; Kildare; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Geospatial technology tools

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Global network with Woolpert

Ownership pathway (Principal Programme

Performance bonus

Wellbeing reimbursement

Job summary

Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company is seeking a Lead Surveyor in Kilcullen to advance high‑quality survey outputs and client relationships. You will mentor junior staff and support diverse projects across Europe, leveraging modern surveying tech and best practices.

The role offers exposure to cutting‑edge workflows, extensive project variety, and clear career progression within a global geospatial team. Travel nationwide is expected in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong surveying principles, methods, and best practices.
• Clear communication of technical information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience using Total Stations, GPS, and Laser Scanners.

Responsibilities

• Carry out field surveying using total stations, GNSS, data collectors, and laser scanners.
• Perform accurate field and office surveying to high quality standards.
• Process survey data and prepare deliverables using post‑processing software and AutoCAD.
• Engage with housing developments, roads, and civil engineering projects.
• Build client relationships and ensure safe, professional project delivery.
• Mentor Assistant Surveyors and junior team members.

Skills

Surveying principles

Communication

Team mentoring

Total Stations

GPS/GNSS

Laser Scanners

National travel

Driving licence (Irish/EU)

Right to work in Ireland

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead Surveyor, Kilcullen

Weseekto move the world forward through innovative thinking. Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatialexpertiseacross Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.

Position Overview

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced Lead Surveyor to join our Survey & UAV department. This is a dynamic opportunity for a skilled Surveyor to play an important part in delivering high‑quality survey work within a rapidly evolving industry.

You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality survey outputs, supporting client relationships, and mentoring junior team members. This position offers exposure to innovative workflows, varied project environments, and clear opportunities for career progression.

What You Will Do

• Carry out field‑based surveying activities using total stations, GNSS/GPS, data collectors, laser scanners and other modern survey technologies.
• Perform detailed field and office surveying to exceptional accuracy and quality standards.
• Process survey data and prepare deliverables using post‑processing software and AutoCAD.
• Work across a range of project types, including housing developments, roads, greenways, and civil engineering schemes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered safely, professionally, and to specification.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Assistant Surveyors and junior team members.
• Ensure all survey equipment is maintained, calibrated, and in optimal working condition.
• Work in line with company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Support additional duties as required by project or business needs.

What You Will Bring

• Strong understanding of modern surveying principles, methods, and best practices.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Experience using Total Stations, GPS and Laser Scanners
• Flexibility and willingness to travel nationwide based on project requirements.
• Full, clean Irish/EU driving licence.
• Right to work in Ireland.

Desirable

• AutoCAD experience
• Previous experience mentoring junior surveyors
• Experience working on linear infrastructure or residential development projects

Key Attributes

• Strong leadership capability with a collaborative mindset.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, organised, and productive under pressure.

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where yourexpertisemakes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits packagealigned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technologyand industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working optionsdesigned to support work–life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support,includingemployeeassistanceinitiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisationthrough our partnership with Woolpert
• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution
• Fitness and Wellbeing reimbursement programme.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.

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