At Dalcour Maclaren, we're key players in the Utilities and Infrastructure industry, bringing the UK and Ireland closer to Net Zero every day. Our land, environmental and geospatial experts work together to unlock the consents needed by our clients to deliver key projects. Our services include land access and assembly, agricultural liaison, planning, environmental impact assessments and geospatial mapping. Join us, and play your part in helping us to achieve our vision; to be the professional services team of choice, leading the Utilities and Infrastructure industry to a sustainable future.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Lead Utilities Surveyor to join our growing Geomatics team and support our innovative approach to delivering excellence to our clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Utility Surveyor who enjoys technical problem‑solving, working across varied project environments, and supporting others in their professional development. The role will be 60/40 office vs site based with the field-based work in a managerial capacity to include setting up surveys, giving technical briefings and toolbox talks.
As a Lead Utilities Surveyor, you will:
Lead the delivery of utility survey projects, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and in accordance with PAS128 and DM standards by:
Lead, undertake and deliver complex utility survey projects from planning through to final delivery
Manage on site survey teams and survey requirements to achieve survey objectives
Undertake utility surveys using EML, GPR, GNSS, and where required, Robotic Total Stations
Ensure surveys and deliverables comply with PAS128:2022 and DM quality standards
Process, review and quality control survey data, drawings and reports prior to issue
Act as a technical lead for utility surveying activities and provide guidance to on-site survey teams
Mentor, train and develop junior utility surveyors
Provide structured feedback and development plans for junior utility surveyors
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders
Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements
Promote continuous improvement in survey methods technology and project delivery
The successful candidate will have:
ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Utility Mapping & Surveying or relevant experience
Detailed knowledge of PAS128:2022 utility surveying standards
Advanced proficiency in EML and GPR technologies
Strong experience in survey data processing, interpretation and deliverable production
Experience in managing projects and survey teams
Excellent technical, communication and client facing skills
Experience managing multidisciplinary survey projects
Be a great team player and have a can-do attitude
Are a natural problem solver
Enjoy delivering results with a team
Full UK driving licence
Benefits:
Annual bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday
Vitality Health Membership (including Private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts)
Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work/life balance
Pension Scheme via The Peoples Pension
Life insurance (4x Base Salary)
Free on-site parking in non-city centre offices
Cycle to work scheme
26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave
4 Weeks paid Paternity Leave
BHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailers
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 years’ service
Sabbatical Policy effective at 3 years’ service
Professional development – paid study leave
Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year)
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support
2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the year
Dalcour Maclaren is an equal opportunities employer.
