Survey Project Manager

SURVEY MANAGER OPPORTUNITY

A leading surveying and monitoring firm that plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and stability of essential infrastructure is looking to take on a Survey Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects across the UK.

In this pivotal role, the Survey Manager will lead and manage all surveying activities, with a focus on delivering high-quality results for emergency and routine projects.

Responsibilities will include overseeing survey operations, managing a team of surveyors, and ensuring targets are met efficiently and within budget. This role requires a dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in construction surveying. By working for big clients such as Network Rail, the company specialises in providing comprehensive monitoring and surveying services across all regions, with a strong reputation for precision and reliability, they are a trusted partner in the civil engineering industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all surveying projects, from initial planning to final reporting.
• Supervise a team of surveyors, providing guidance and ensuring optimal performance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards at all times.
• Conduct on-site monitoring surveys and assessments, particularly in emergency situations (such as landslip events).
• Prepare and review detailed reports, survey data, and analysis for clients.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to maintain effective communication and address project requirements.
• Implement and maintain the latest survey technologies and software for efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any surveying or project-related challenges.
• Monitor and manage the budget for surveying activities, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Stay updated with advancements in the field of surveying and integrate them into practice where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in surveying and monitoring within the civil engineering industry.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team of surveyors.
• Proficiency in using modern surveying equipment, software, and tools (e.g., Total Stations, GNSS, Laser Scanners, AutoCAD, GIS software).
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, particularly in emergency or time-sensitive situations.
• A proactive and problem-solving approach, with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• A valid UK driving license.

What You Will Receive:

• A standard 40-hour working week with opportunities for overtime.
• Weekend overtime paid at 1.5x the regular rate.
• Performance-based bonus, depending on commitment to overtime and weekend shifts.
• A 5% matched pension scheme.
• A fully equipped company van, state-of-the-art survey equipment, and necessary software.
• Coverage of work-related expenses.
• Occasional travel and lodging compensation for projects that are far away from home.

If this opportunity is something that may be of interest, please do not heistate to submit a copy of your CV.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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