Senior Engineering Surveyor

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Lowestoft, Suffolk
  • Apr 28, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Your new companyLong established, regional leading, construction services provider, offering expertise in quarrying, waste management, recycling, aggregates and concrete. Known for supporting both major infrastructure projects and local developments, it has built a reputation for reliability, sustainability, and comprehensive solutions across the construction industry.Your new roleSenior Engineering Surveyor required to work on a long term scheme in Lowestoft. Following completion of this scheme, you would then be required to work on projects across East Anglia as well as other areas. As Senior Engineering Surveyor you will be a key technical leader within the construction delivery team, responsible for ensuring projects are executed with precision, accuracy and efficiency. This role requires overseeing all surveying and setting-out activities, verifying dimensional compliance, and providing expert technical guidance to site teams. This role demands strong technical capability, meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of UK construction standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, supervise and mentor Junior Engineers, supporting their development and collaborating closely with other technical departments across the company.
  • Manage all technical surveying aspects from design interpretation through to maintaining accurate progress records and producing as-built surveys.
  • Communicate project information clearly to site teams, promoting best practice and consistent technical standards.
  • Ensure dimensional accuracy across all project sites, resolving issues proactively.
  • Work collaboratively with planning and commercial teams to support efficient project delivery and continuous improvement.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience as a site engineering surveyor in the construction industry, with proficiency in setting out works and conducting surveys, particularly around Earthworks.
  • CSCS card or similar accreditation.
  • Strong knowledge of surveying techniques, instruments and 3D software, including AutoCAD and GPS systems.
  • Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately
  • Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive Salary
  • Company Pension
  • 28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
  • Internal training and Career development.
  • Company Vehicle included

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