Land / Topographical Surveyor (contract)
This challenging and exciting 3-month contract (outside of IR35) requires a qualified Land Surveyor or Topographical Surveyor possessing at least 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role from the civil engineering, earthworks, enabling works, groundworks or remediation sectors. An attractive day rate is on offer to the successful candidate. The successful candidate must be able to commence work on the 13th April 2026.
Due to the company’s continued ambitious growth plans and a significant forward order workload of contracts, our client wishes to appoint an experienced Land Surveyor / Topographical Surveyor who will be responsible for leading and managing all surveying aspects of complex projects. The position will provide support to the engineering, project and site management teams.
The Role
* Carrying out site surveys as required, including setting out, stockpile measurements, as-built surveys, topographic surveys, and monitoring cut-and-fill progress, as well as overseeing earthworks activities.
* Collecting, analysing, and interpreting survey data using GPS and total stations.
* Setting up GPS Machine Control (Trimble, Topcon, Leica), including uploading models and completing machine setup checks.
* Ensuring accurate calculation of cut-and-fill volumes in accordance with design models.
* Identifying discrepancies or potential issues and working with project teams to address them promptly.
* Providing technical support and guidance to construction teams on earthworks and groundworks matters.
* Coordinating with project and engineering managers to ensure timely delivery of accurate survey information.
* Working independently on-site when required
* Literacy with industry related software (AutoCAD 3D, BIM or N4CE for example)
The Client
Our client has built a reputation for providing their clients with a professional and quality service across many difficult and fast track projects for both the public and private sectors and is fully aware of the significant challenges and issues associated with all areas of the construction industry. They believe in growing their business in a progressive and sustainable manner, respecting their community and the environment. They will communicate effectively with their clients, engage their staff and operate their business with the utmost integrity at all times