Assistant Survey Manager

Bmd Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Assistant Survey Manager for the Devonport Docks project in Plymouth. This role involves supporting the Survey Manager in coordinating site surveys and maintaining data accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying and 3-5 years of experience in similar positions. Familiarity with total stations and laser scanners is required. The position necessitates BPSS security clearance, which may take up to 8 weeks. Competitive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Career growth through learning programs

Recognition at employee award events

Mental health support with gym access

Paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements

Access to discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar senior survey managers position.
• Familiarity with total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser scanners.
• Understanding of QC1 procedures and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Survey Manager with on-site surveying activities.
• Manage and maintain survey control networks across construction areas.
• Ensure accurate collection and recording of survey data.

Skills

Total stations

Laser scanners

Data processing software

GPS/GNSS

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or Construction

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leica Infinity

Leica Cyclone

Leica 3DR

Job description

Empower Advisory UK (a part of the BMD Group based in Australia) is a project management and advisory business that makes large, complex projects simple. Our team is composed entirely of people who have made a career in delivering large, complex projects both here in UK and in Australia and who know how to make projects deliver ahead of time and budget and generate exceptional outcomes.

BMD Group is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction, and urban development business. We are dedicated to powering futures and creating legacies through a commitment to collaboration. Our team is built on the principles of collaboration and sustainability, ensuring the highest standards are met for every project and client.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Survey Manager to work on the Devonport Docks project in Plymouth. This role involves assisting the Survey Manager in coordinating and executing site surveys, maintaining data accuracy, supporting QA/QC documentation, and ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading a civil engineering or surveying team and a strong understanding of the implications of operating to QC1 procedures.

Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years

Required Skills & Duties:

Assist the Survey Manager with all aspects of surveying activities on site, with the focus on managing a growing team of surveyors and survey technicians as the project moves into main works. General operations include supporting the following key surveying activities:

Maintain survey control networks across multiple independent construction work areas.

Maintain a prism and scanning multi-instrument automated total station (ATS) network, using Leica GeoMoS.

Manage manual surveying monitoring programmes to report structural or surface level movements.

Establish machine control for excavation and dowel drilling (TPS).

As-built scanning of existing structures. Processing of point clouds to validate designer’s confederated models.

Demolition scanning for as-built records and conformity checks to design.

Quality assurance surveys for construction of RC structures; through pre-pour, post-pour checks.

As-built surveys, through laser scanning and modelling of point clouds

Ensure survey data is collected and recorded accurately, following project QA/QC standards.

Support the preparation of survey reports, drawings, and data outputs for engineering and construction teams. Operating as the checking and approving function of site teams.

Oversea the management of survey equipment, ensuring it is properly calibrated and functioning.

Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of survey operations.

Assist with the implementation of quality control procedures, particularly in accordance with QC1 requirements, maintaining the highest standards of traceability, tolerances, reporting. Manage and archive survey files and records to support project compliance and audits, using the Projects Document Management system.

Attend daily briefings and provide updates on survey progress and any issues / constraints to progress.

Ensure all surveying works are carried out in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and project requirements

Required Qualifications:

Degree, diploma, or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Surveying, or Construction.

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar senior or survey managers position on a civil engineering project.

• Familiarity with total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser scanners, and data processing software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Leica Infinity, Leica Cyclone and Leica 3DR).

• Understanding of QC1 procedures and quality documentation in a civils context.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers

Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. No agency submissions will be accepted.