Assistant Survey Manager in Plymouth

Hours: Monday to Friday – 08.00 am to 17.00 pm (42.5)

Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

About us

Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various sectors including civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment.

About the job

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Survey Manager. This role involves assisting the Survey Manager in coordinating and executing site surveys, maintaining data accuracy, supporting QA/QC documentation, and ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading a civil engineering or surveying team and a strong understanding of the implications of operating to QC1 procedures. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks.

Eligibility criteria

Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

About the role

As an experienced Survey Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Assist the Manager with all aspects of surveying activities on site, focusing on managing a growing team of surveyors and technicians as the project moves into main works. General operations include supporting the following key activities:

• Maintain control networks across multiple independent construction work areas.
• Maintain a prism and scanning multi-instrument automated total station (ATS) network, using Leica GeoMoS.
• Manage manual surveying monitoring programmes to report structural or surface level movements.
• Establish machine control for excavation and dowel drilling (TPS).
• As-built scanning of existing structures. Processing of point clouds to validate designer’s confederated models.
• Demolition scanning for as-built records and conformity checks to design.
• Quality assurance surveys for construction of RC structures; through pre-pour, post-pour checks.
• As-built surveys, through laser scanning and modelling of point clouds.

This profile is not exhaustive. From time to time, you may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and, where necessary, training, and full support will be given.

Who are we looking for?

• Degree, diploma, or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or Construction.
• Site based role.
• Significant experience surveying industries.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar senior or survey manager position on a civil engineering project.
• Familiarity with total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser scanners, and data processing software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Leica Infinity, Leica Cyclone and Leica 3DR).
• Understanding of QC1 procedures and quality documentation in a civils context.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• CSCS Card and relevant site safety qualifications, SMSTS/SSSTS preferred.
• Member of the CinstCES (or technical member working towards full member), or another body.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience working on major infrastructure or utilities projects (e.g., highways, rail, water, energy, nuclear).
• Knowledge of BIM or digital construction processes.
• First aid and additional safety training certifications.

Licence/Certification:

• EU, NATO, 5 Eyes, or MISWG member passports (preferred)

What we do

Infocus are a construction consultancy providing solutions for the UK’s leading Infrastructure, Utility and Construction providers. If you are interested in the role, please apply now.

Contact Cheryl Smith - (phone number removed)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infocus Resources are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, meaning all qualified applicants will be considered for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other protected category under local law. We know that it is the differences in our people that make our company a better and more welcoming place to work.