Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at
Sizewell C
!
The
Civil Works Alliance (CWA)
is seeking a Land Surveyor to support the delivery of surveying requirements across the Sizewell C project. Working as part of the Survey team, you'll provide accurate survey control, setting out, topographic surveys and as-built deliverables, while mentoring junior colleagues and ensuring a consistent approach to survey activities across site.
CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading contractors -- Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty -- to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.
Key Responsibilities
Provide support to the Senior Surveyor/Survey Manager in delivering all survey requirements
Carry out engineering surveying, setting out, topographic surveys and QA checks independently
Supervise survey teams and mentor trainees and graduates within the survey function
Ensure survey operations comply with health, safety and sustainability standards, with daily safety briefings and robust risk assessments in place
Prepare Work Package Plans (WPP), Risk Assessments (RA), and Task Briefing Sheets (TBS)
Collaborate with site teams to provide construction information, digital models, drawings and schedules
Perform QA checks on design deliverables and independent survey checks during construction stages
Produce accurate as-built drawings and manage survey data in line with project requirements
Maintain survey equipment inventory, advising on procurement needs and consumables
Ensure accurate survey records are completed and maintained across the project
What skills & experience are we looking for?
Essential:
Relevant degree, diploma or equivalent industry-recognised qualification in surveying or civil engineering
Minimum 5 years' experience in the construction industry with knowledge of survey equipment, technologies and methods
Strong knowledge of settlement monitoring, geodetic requirements, GNSS networks and modern survey practices
Effective communication and relationship-building skills with site teams and stakeholders
Proficient IT skills, including survey software and applications
Full UK driving licence
Valid CSCS card
Desirable:
Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D or similar survey software
Membership of a professional body (e.g. CInstCES) or working towards
SMSTS qualification
Broader understanding of design, construction and surveying in a large infrastructure environment
Why SZC?
This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey--from investment to construction and beyond.
About Laing O'Rourke
We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
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