Land Surveyor – Subsurface Engineering

Land Surveyor – Subsurface Engineering, London

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. 
Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. 

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance. 

Position Overview

We are currently recruiting a Land Surveyor to join our Subsurface Engineering department
based out of London. This exciting opportunity will give the successful candidate the 
opportunity to work with national clients on exciting projects. The successful applicant will be 
reporting to the department manager and will be based out of our London office. 

What You Will Do

• Leading and setting up survey projects.
• Undertaking various types of surveys sessions using a variety of specialised equipment 
and technology
• Working with modern survey methods and survey devices such as total stations, GNSS 
and data collectors.
• Establishing survey controls, setting out gridlines, levelling, traversing and other land 
surveying work.
• Recording surveying information accurately and consistently on site to the agreed 
specification and scope
• Processing data from the field into the office, post processing with software, such as 
AutoCAD
• Assisting with detailed field and office surveying assignments.
• Ensuring that all survey kit is maintained and well kept.
• Delivering to company policies, procedures, standards and best practices.
• Working with the Project Manager to assist with quoting for jobs.
• Any other duties as required by the business.

What You Will Bring

• At least 3 years’ experience delivering land surveys.
• A relevant degree/ qualification in surveying or a related discipline, however, 
candidates with suitable skills and proven experience will also be considered
• Competent user of survey instrumentation – GPS, Total Stations & 3D scanner
• Competent user of 2D / 3D AutoCAD
• Experience of Cyclone / Similar scanning software
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience of working to high safety standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of role related post-processing software.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• An ambition to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients.

Key Attributes

• Ability to work as part of a team or independently, follow instructions and be
innovative.
• Excellent communication skills
• Assist in the mentoring of junior/ assistant level staff.
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources. 

Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact MGS.talentteam@woolpert.com

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