Civil Engineering Senior Surveyor - HPC Somerset (Permanent)

  • Mactech Energy Group
  • Bridgwater, Somerset
  • Feb 17, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineering Senior Surveyor - HPC Somerset (Permanent)

Location: Somerset, UK

Pay: £45,000 - £55,000 + Accommodation Allowance (geographically dependent) + Mobility Allowance + Subsistence Allowance

Job ID: 1739

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding civil engineering and nuclear project. Our client is establishing a new survey team to support one of Europe's largest and most complex infrastructure ventures. As a Senior Surveyor, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and precision of all land and structural measurements, contributing directly to the project's success. This is a permanent, full-time position based at HPC Somerset, offering significant career development and a chance to work on groundbreaking engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee survey operations, ensuring the delivery of precise land and structure measurements
  • Establish and maintain a comprehensive survey control network tailored to project requirements, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and consistency
  • Manage dimensional control processes and coordinate with the wider project team
  • Supervise and mentor junior survey staff, fostering a culture of quality and safety
  • Produce and review survey drawings, data sets, and quality records for accuracy and completeness
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting throughout all project phases
  • Utilize advanced surveying equipment and technologies including Total Stations, Leica TS16 / MS60 Robotics, Leica RTC360, Leica GNSS, and related hardware/software
  • Ensure proper survey data management and analytics using tools such as Star Net, Civil3D, AutoCAD, Leica Infinity, Leica Cyclone3RD, MicroSurvey Star Net, and Microsoft Office suite
  • Support site activities with accurate measurements, data collection, and analysis, whether on-site or in the office

Essential Skills & Technical Knowledge:

  • Over 5 years of experience in a similar surveying role within large infrastructure or nuclear projects
  • Proven experience in survey network establishment and dimensional control
  • Strong expertise in engineering surveying practices and standards
  • Familiarity with advanced survey equipment and software, including Star Net, MicroSurvey, Civil3D, AutoCAD, Leica Infinity, and Cyclone3RD
  • Demonstrated team management capabilities and leadership qualities
  • Ability to work effectively both on-site and in office environments
  • Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable

Additional Benefits & Opportunities:

  • Competitive salary packages and allowances including accommodation, mobility, and subsistence
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile, cutting-edge projects with a renowned engineering team
  • Continuous professional development and training opportunities
  • Access to state-of-the-art survey technology and equipment
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on safety, quality, and innovation
  • Potential career advancement within a dynamic and growing organization

This role offers an excellent pathway for experienced surveyors eager to contribute to landmark engineering projects, develop their expertise, and progress within the industry. If you have the technical skills and the ambition to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

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