Land Surveyor in Twyford

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We are looking for a Land Surveyor to join our team based in Calvert.

In this role, you will be supporting the Senior Land Surveyor in establishing and maintaining the site survey control network to report and validate different construction stages. You will be responsible for undertaking land/topographic/hydrographic/measured building surveys, using a variety of specialist equipment and technology, such as robotics and 3D scanners.

A key part of this role is to analyse the data using plans, maps, charts and software such as AutoCAD, Trimble Business Centre, Star*Net, N4ce, Leica Infinity and GIS (geographic information systems) programs. You will prepare survey drawings with the Senior Land Surveyor, presenting data to clients and writing reports. You will also coordinate with Site Engineers for the priority of the project regarding implementation, changes of plans or deviations, unusual activities or non-conformances rectification work and coordinate with the construction team.

In addition, you will be responsible for setting out and as-built surveys, carrying out topographical and engineering surveys (Laser Scanner), and managing registration and post-processing of Point Cloud Data (including data extraction). You will also be responsible for GNSS network surveying, precise traversing and precise levelling for breakdown from primary survey control and overseeing and executing drone flight surveys.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• HND/degree in Land Survey, or Geomatics, or equivalent.
• Experience within a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of Trimble and Leica total stations, levels (Leica LS15) and GNSS receivers.
• Excellent AutoCAD skills to produce 2D and 3D drawings.
• Proficient in using survey software like Trimble Business Centre, or Star*Net, N4ce, Leica Infinity.
• GVC Drone qualification.
• Experience in preparing survey-related Method Statements and Risk Assessments (desirable).
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Solid report writing and compilation skills.

EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves.

Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application. Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks: It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).