Principal Geospatial Surveyor

Job Ref	WYG405
Job Title	Principal Geospatial Surveyor
Job Type	Full-time
Location	Flexible
Salary	Not disclosed
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Description
ROLE OUTLINE We require a qualified Surveyor to join the geospatial survey team with technical and organisational responsibility for a wide variety of surveying projects.    The existing team is well established in Cumbria and the individual will be part of this team, help support work in Cumbria but be based elsewhere in the UK and help to grow capability and opportunities outside of Cumbria and overseas.   The role will involve the applicant in the full lifecycle of surveying work, from initial enquiries and client discussions, through estimating, fieldwork, processing of data and production of plans, reports and calculations. The applicant will be required to drive to site, etc and a full UK driving licence is essential.  We are looking for a keen, progressive, versatile individual who can adopt a flexible approach to their role to provide support to all teams across the office as workload dictates.  An individual who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure work is delivered correctly and accurately and on time which will include working outside of normal office hours. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Setting and reviewing objectives, targets and performance of a small team Management of relationships with key customers, suppliers and contacts relevant to team Providing professional advice and support across the business Monitors and ensures compliance and KPI’s Day-to-day supervision / line management of team / department Management of projects within time, cost and quality constraints and standards  Estimating, pricing and delivering against work targets Client liaison SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Proven experience in chosen field Supervisory / some line management experience Ability to work independently Knowledge of management tools and techniques Knowledge of relevant legislation and its application Understanding and operation of management systems for quality, financial and project controls Relevant industry experience A recognised qualification in surveying is desirable (minimum HNC) Member of the RICS is desirable Flexible and versatile Team player Good written and verbal communication skills Take responsibility for accurate delivery of own tasks IT literate and proficient use of software packages A full UK driving licence is essential and access to own car is required Suitability for security clearance is essential Specific technical skill requirements include: Extensive experience in the use of Total Station and GPS equipment for topographical surveys, setting-out and the establishment of high order control networks Levelling or precise levelling Internal building and elevation surveys Experience of digital terrain modelling and design work A good working knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, Leica Geo-Office and other survey related software Experience in other forms of geo-spatial data capture, such as laser scanning and photogrammetry Experience of work on Nuclear Licence Site or other highly regulated site Due to the frequent on-site work the person must be able to demonstrate the technical competence, self-reliance and motivation necessary when dealing with clients and public, or in resolving problems that arise.
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