Land Surveyor

Freelance Land Surveyor - HS2 (Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire)

We are seeking experienced Freelance Land Surveyors to support the HS2 project at our Chipping Warden site in Northamptonshire on an initial short-term basis.

Working alongside the Senior Land Surveyor, you will help establish and maintain the site survey control network and support the delivery of key construction stages. Responsibilities include carrying out topographical, engineering, hydrographic and measured building surveys using modern survey equipment such as robotic total stations, GNSS systems, laser scanners and drones.

You will be responsible for:

Setting out and carrying out as-built surveys
Topographical and engineering surveys, including laser scanning
Processing and managing point cloud data
GNSS surveying, precise traversing and levelling
Drone surveys for earthworks measurement
Producing and reviewing survey drawings in AutoCAD
Analysing survey data using Trimble Business Centre and GIS software
Supporting survey reports and technical documentation
Coordinating with Site Engineers and project teams on survey priorities, design changes and quality requirements
Liaising with consultants for inspections and approvals

Requirements

HND/Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics or equivalent
Previous experience in a similar surveying role
Experience preparing survey Method Statements and Risk Assessments
Strong knowledge of Trimble total stations, GNSS receivers and levels
Proficiency in Trimble Business Centre
Excellent AutoCAD skills (2D and 3D)
Strong communication and report-writing skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Valid CSCS cardThis is an excellent opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, working as part of the HS2 delivery team