Junior Geospatial Surveyor
Introduction
As one of the largest measurement survey companies in the UK, Plowman Craven provides a range of services to the property, rail and infrastructure markets. Our innovation, dynamic approach and commitment to delivering a flawless service is achieved by investing in and empowering our employees to push boundaries and reach new heights. Regardless of the size or complexity of a project, our clients trust us to provide a service that goes beyond their expectations.
Role Overview
As a Junior Surveyor in our Infrastructure team, you shall be supporting projects both in London and across the UK. You shall have exposure to a wide variety of work, focusing primarily on topographical surveys, primary and secondary control networks, engineering surveys, and wide-ranging civil infrastructure environments (highways, rail, utilities, and major developments).
What You'll Be Doing
- Support Lead and Senior Surveyors with on-site surveying activities, including topographical surveys, control networks, levelling and setting out
- Prepare, operate, maintain and calibrate surveying equipment, including Total Stations, GNSS receivers, levels and laser scanners.
- Assist with downloading, processing and reducing survey data to produce accurate 2D and 3D deliverables using CAD and survey software.
- Support the wider Infrastructure team with site preparation, survey control, access arrangements and general project delivery activities.
- Develop technical surveying knowledge and practical skills, learning new techniques and equipment to progress towards becoming a competent Infrastructure Surveyor.
- Liaise professionally with clients, site personnel and colleagues, ensuring survey requirements, technical standards and project deadlines are met.
- Work safely and in accordance with company procedures, including PPE and site risk assessments, with flexibility to undertake occasional nights, weekends and UK-wide travel.
What We're Looking For
- Surveying experience or relevant qualifications (Surveying/Geospatial/Civil Engineering)
- Familiarity with CAD (AutoCAD, BricsCAD) and/or survey processing packages (e.g. n4ce) is d advantageous.
- Flexible with travel, working hours, and occasional night shifts/stay-aways.
- Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle
- Knowledge of survey disciplines (e.g. measured buildings, topo, rail, monitoring) is desirable.
- Experience with laser scanning, data processing, AutoCAD is desirable.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Confident with IT applications, including Microsoft packages.
- Genuine passion to build a carer in surveying
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Junior Geospatial Surveyor in Harpenden employer: Plowman Craven
At Plowman Craven, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the property, rail, and infrastructure sectors, offering our Business Development Lead the chance to thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. Our commitment to employee empowerment and professional growth is reflected in our supportive work culture, where collaboration with senior leadership and technical experts fosters meaningful contributions to major projects. Located in the UK, we provide unique opportunities for career advancement while ensuring our team members are equipped to push boundaries and achieve exceptional results.
