Senior Land Surveyor
Permanent - Full TimeJob Overview
Contract: Permanent
Location: Crawley
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
About Us
Vision Survey was founded in 2007 with the ambition to become the UK's leading authority on permit to dig control. What began with humble beginnings has grown into a trusted surveying and consultancy business with over fifty dedicated staff members, proudly involved in major civil engineering projects including Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point.
As one of the leading survey companies in the UK, we are focused on improving the construction industry by embracing innovation and technology. We work with our clients to complete projects on time and safely. As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a supportive environment where everyone can thrive, with our core values of Reflection, Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity guiding everything we do.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Land Surveyor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using Leica equipment and have extensive experience in both fieldwork and office-based survey tasks. This role requires flexibility for day and night work (1.5 rate), as well as hands-on surveying experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct a wide range of surveys including traversing, monitoring, setting out and topographic surveys using standard and laser scanning techniques
- Operate Leica Total Stations, laser scanners, and precise levels with high accuracy
- Process, manage, and interpret survey data using software such as AutoCAD 2D/3D and N4CE
- Prepare survey reports and drawings from collected data
- Work independently on-site and ensure data quality meets company and industry standards
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on site
- Supervise/manage site teams and mentor survey team members, providing technical guidance and training
- Collaborate with site teams and stakeholders to ensure survey outputs meet project needs
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential Requirements:
- Extensive experience using Leica survey equipment (Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels, GPS)
- Knowledge of surveying software: AutoCAD 2D/3D and N4CE to be able to process all on site data (Traverse, Topographic, Monitoring etc)
- Proven experience performing site surveys including traversing, monitoring, and topographic work
- Full manual driving licence
- Ability to work independently in the field and adapt to changing work schedules
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong problem-solving skills on-site and in data processing
- Effective communication and reporting skills
- Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision
Desirable:
- Experience generating drawings from point cloud data
- Process point cloud data in Leica Cyclone
- Relevant degree, diploma, or industry-recognised qualification
- Membership of a professional body (e.g. CInstCES, RICS)