Engineering Surveyor in Canary Wharf

Solution are working closely with a commercial real estate developer and contractor who undertake major building developments within the docklands looking to secure the services of an Engineering Surveyor. You will be responsible for ensuring all survey jobs are registered, fieldwork undertaken, processed, compiled, and checked prior to deliverables being issued to the recipients. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the Assistant Engineering Surveyors are trained and competent in carrying out the compilation and checking of survey jobs.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Discharge responsibilities for Health and Safety as set out in the Health Safety and Welfare manual and the Construction Health and Safety Plan.
• Maintain the global survey control network across all projects.
• Provide and maintain Horizontal Control on all floors of a project for use by all contractors and the department, throughout all stages of construction.
• Provide and maintain Vertical Control on all floors of a project for use by all contractors and the department, throughout all stages of construction.
• Monitor basement slab and/or ground floor slab for deflection and settlement.
• Monitor structures for differential vertical shortening between building core and outer envelope.
• Monitor existing adjacent structures for deflection/deformation associated with construction works.
• Carry out as-built checks throughout shell and core construction and as required during fit-out phase.
• Provide topographical surveys for use by Development Team, Designers and Architects to interface existing features with projects.
• Provide Acad/drawing services to project team to aid project coordination and interface.
• Register and manage all incoming survey requests.
• Check computations and compile jobs prior to approval and issue.
• Oversee calibration of survey equipment and maintain calibration registers.
• Ensure survey equipment and supplies are checked and orders placed as necessary.
• Liaise with and maintain a good working relationship with other members of staff and external parties.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Management.
• Provide training and advice to the Assistant Engineering Surveyors.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• The candidate must have 2/3 years’ experience within the survey, engineering and construction industry, preferably with Laser Scanning knowledge and capabilities.
• The candidate must be competent in ACAD and proficient with surveying equipment and associated software. Knowledge of N4CE, Star*Net and Revit would be advantageous.
• Can demonstrate proven Engineering experience, gained from working on major construction projects as an Engineering Surveyor in a position of responsibility.
• Be in possession of a relevant formal qualification e.g. Bachelor of Surveying or Engineering degree, HND (as a minimum).
• Be a member of a Professional Surveying Institution or be actively working towards membership e.g. CICES, RICS.
• Possess a practical, proactive, and problem-solving approach to surveying in difficult conditions, and under tight time frames.
• Have good communication skills and be able to communicate and influence behaviours at all levels.
• Must be a team player and be able to work well with the assigned project team, trade contractors and members of the survey department.
• Have the ability to develop and implement surveying related systems and procedures where required.
• Be willing to undertake training and a personal development program.
• Be able to train others where knowledge and skills allow.
• Be computer literate and have good administration skills.
• Be competent in assessing and commenting on the adequacy of Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

HEALTH SAFETY AND WELFARE RESPONSIBILITIES

All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect.

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE (ESG) RESPONSIBILITIES

Recognising the centrality of ESG principles within our organisation, we have developed a comprehensive ESG Strategy. It is imperative that all staff members understand and adopt this strategy into their respective roles.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

In line with the latest ISO 9001 requirements and our dedication to quality management, all staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies.

Our client is an inclusive employer and recognises the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, they are open to consider flexible working arrangements. This is a 1st class career opportunity and we welcome the opportunity to discuss the aspirations of ambitious individuals who are looking to step up within a professional and modern environment on landmark developments.