Leading Utility Surveyor in London

A growing surveying and site-support business delivering utility detection, permit-to-dig support and related survey services on major infrastructure projects. The organisation is predominantly based at a large UK airport environment, supporting multiple concurrent projects with an established on-site team, while also servicing clients off-site. Due to increasing demand and a significant volume of previously outsourced survey work, the company is bringing more end-to-end surveying capability in-house and looking to build out this function over time.

This is an opportunity for an experienced utility survey professional to take ownership of the company's in-house survey capability and help develop it into a dedicated function. The role will focus on delivering end-to-end PAS 128 utility surveys (from site work through to processing/drawings), coordinating requirements with stakeholders, and acting as the go-to person for survey delivery. The position is primarily based on a long-term site at a major airport, with some work for external clients as required. While the longer-term aim is for the successful hire to focus on surveys, there may initially be occasions where you support permit-to-dig activities when survey workload is quieter. The business will provide support from experienced site personnel and intends to invest in training/qualifications (e.g., progression toward Level 5) where needed.

Salary and benefits

• Salary: typically starting in the £50k+ range depending on capability/experience, with potential for faster progression as the function grows.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Fuel card provided (with informal flexibility outside working hours; subject to company policy).
• 25 days annual leave.
• Training/qualification support: funding/enrolment toward Level 5 qualification where required for site permissions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end PAS 128 utility surveys (site capture through to post-processing and final outputs).
• Undertake on-site data collection using appropriate surveying equipment (e.g., total station) and associated methods.
• Produce drawings/survey deliverables and manage post-processing workflows.
• Liaise with stakeholders to clarify scope, requirements and outputs (supporting client-side discussions where needed).
• Take ownership of the in-house survey function and help shape how the service is delivered as it grows.
• Support permit-to-dig activities when required (particularly during quieter survey periods), aligned to site requirements.
• Work collaboratively with existing site teams who can provide operational support.

Ideal candidate

• Proven experience delivering PAS 128 utility surveys (ideally across multiple categories) from start to finish.
• Able to handle both fieldwork and office-based post-processing/drawings without reliance on third parties.
• Competent with relevant surveying equipment such as total stations.
• Comfortable taking ownership of a service line and developing processes; capable of stepping into a "survey lead/manager" style position.
• Adaptable mindset - willing to support permit-to-dig work when needed while the in-house survey department scales up.
• Reliable, safety- and compliance-conscious approach suited to working in high-security/high-standards environments.