Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future
Land Surveyor Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C
As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Enabling and Earthwork Section.
What will you do?
- Produce survey deliverables to strict deadlines in accordance with the site programme
- Report to Senior Surveyor for day-to-day site survey delivery
- Work collaboratively with all site construction & engineering teams and various stakeholders
- Carry out on site surveys
- Collecting survey field data, processing, and issuing to clients or stakeholders in the agreed formats
- Ensuring all site-specific tolerances are met in any survey related operations Complete QA (Quality Assurance) records as required
- Manage the production of as-built drawings from survey data in survey specific software
- Comply with hold point checks in accordance with the ITP (Inspection and Test Plan) procedure.
- Formally comprise and issue results to all relevant stakeholders
- update site records of all survey related tasks
- Ensuring the safe and secure storage of all historical survey data relating to the project
- Attend site briefings, site inductions and Toolbox Talks
- Responsible for the safe working of themselves, their team and others whilst carrying out any survey related activities
- Hazard identification and raising observation cards
- Maintain focus on Zero Harm
- Support delivery of sustainability activities
- Participate in daily site safety briefings with the survey team
- Follow site safety briefings including the preparation of WPP (Work Package Plan), RA (Risk Assessment), and TBS (Task Briefing Sheets).
- Complete and submit weekly timesheet records
- Ensure the inventory of survey equipment and consumables are accurately maintained
- Enrol in professional qualification as identified with line manager
- Attend survey specific courses as identified with line manager
- Member of the CinstCES (or technical member working towards full member)
- Ensure that accurate site records of all survey related tasks are completed and maintained
- Complete and submit weekly timesheet records
What are we looking for?
Experience
Essential
- Experience and knowledge on use of survey equipment and instrumentation
- Experience and knowledge on use of survey and CAD software
- 2+ years’ experience working on construction projects
- Knowledge of design interpretation, including digital formats & 3D models
- Proficient in IT (Information Technology) applications
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with the wider project team
- Experience in settlement monitoring systems, methods, and technologies
- Experience in geodetic requirements associated with project requirements
- Experience using latest survey equipment, software, and technologies
- Hold a full driving licence
- Experience in using GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System)
Desirable
- Basic understanding in design, construction, and surveying within a construction environment
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
- Experience of survey specific software and processing applications
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree, diploma, or equivalent industry recognised qualification
- Hold a valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.
By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.
Job Reference: CWA00057
