Setting Out Surveyor

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Technical Surveyor: Topographical & Setting Out Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE). + Company vehicle provided.

Location: Leeds Area
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Unfortunately, due to hiring timescales, sponsorship is unavailable for this opportunity

The Opportunity Following several major National Contract Wins, a premier Civil Engineering firm is looking for an experienced Topographical & Setting Out Surveyor based in Leeds to support a long term civils construction project. Join a dynamic team shaping the future of civil engineering infrastructure across the UK.

Technical Requirements & Responsibilities
Surveying Excellence: Lead setting out and surveying operations for complex civils sites, ensuring 100% accuracy in alignment with construction drawings.

Systems Proficiency: Advanced use of Total Stations, GPS Kits, and Dumpy Levels.

Software & CAD: High level of competency in AutoCAD LT and LSS (including volume calculations) to produce precise as-built drawings.

Earthworks & Machine Control: Expertly manage the initial setup, calibration, and continuous monitoring of 3D Machine Control systems to ensure precision grading and earthworks execution.

Compliance & QA: Maintain rigorous site QA documentation and procedures to ensure project integrity and safety.

Candidate Requirements
Experience: Minimum 2 years’ specialist experience in civil engineering surveying ideally dealing with earthworks and steel frame construction.

Qualifications: Ideally HNC/HND in a construction-related field.

Mobility: Full UK Driving Licence is essential for site travel across the Leeds/ North West Region

The Package
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE).

Vehicle: Company vehicle provided.

Equipment: Full suite of modern surveying equipment supplied

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