At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to conduct innovative drone surveys and create digital twin models.
- Company: Be part of GHD, a global leader in professional services tackling major challenges.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with cutting-edge technology in diverse sectors.
- Qualifications: A degree in surveying or related field; experience with GIS and drones is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
GHD Advisory Data & Insights Team is seeking curious minds with a passion for data-driven problem solving to join and shape our growing Data & Insights team. You will support the delivery of innovative solutions across sectors such as rail, highways, telecoms, water, and future energy, delivering tangible impacts for generations to come. You’ll have the freedom to explore your interests across diverse projects and sectors, with support and encouragement to develop your skills and experience.
We help our clients unlock the full potential of their data and assets by combining cutting-edge technology solutions with our data and analytical expertise. A core part of our offering focuses on creating intelligent digital environments through virtual site modelling, technical engineering automation, and location intelligence.
- Virtual Site Modelling: We deliver immersive digital representations of physical environments through virtual inspections, advanced surveying techniques, and high-definition 3D visualisation.
- Technical Engineering Automation: Our fully automated suite of engineering design tools transforms traditional workflows.
- Location Intelligence: We develop world-class solutions in mobility, logistics and GIS using high-volume data sources.
- Digital Asset Management: We combine our knowledge of the infrastructure lifecycle across industries and our expertise in data-driven insights.
Your responsibilities include contributing to the planning and execution of drone-based site surveys, capturing high-resolution spatial and laser scan data to support innovative digital solutions. You’ll transform and integrate raw data into our proprietary digital twin platform, implementing cutting-edge technologies such as augmented and virtual reality.
- Drone Surveys & Data Capture: Planning and conducting drone-based site surveys across diverse industries and environments.
- Digital Twin Development & Technology Integration: Post-processing survey data to generate photogrammetry models, point clouds, and spatial reference systems.
- Client Collaboration & Communication: Working closely with clients to understand site-specific requirements and deliver tailored digital solutions.
- Team Contribution & Business Development: Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to provide precise and actionable site intelligence.
We would love to hear from you if you bring a strong foundation in surveying, data capture, and digital innovation. This role suits someone who is curious, collaborative, and eager to apply cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world challenges.
- Personal Characteristics: You are a proactive team player who thrives in both remote and in-person environments.
- Previous Experience: A broad range of experience is beneficial, particularly in surveying, data processing, and digital modelling.
- Technical Capabilities: An honours degree or equivalent workplace experience in a relevant field.
- Management Capabilities: Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders.
Being the best that we can be is in our culture. We are a team of smart, innovative, and creative problem solvers. Our commitment to you includes providing the tools, training, and support to do your best work and recognising your achievements.
This role is based in our London or Guildford office, with the expectation of attending client sites as required.
If shortlisted, our interview approach is a two-way learning experience.
Digital Surveyor employer: GHD
At GHD, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises technical excellence and professional growth. As an Engineering Manager in our London office, you'll enjoy flexible hybrid working, access to industry-leading specialists, and clear progression opportunities while leading impactful water and infrastructure projects. Join us to be part of a supportive environment that champions safety, quality, and sustainability, ensuring your career development is at the forefront of our mission to create a sustainable future for our communities.
