Senior Topographical Surveyor

Job Title: Senior Topographical Surveyor
Location: Major Infrastructure Project, Somerset
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (DOE) + Company Vehicle + Survey Instruments
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
 
We are recruiting a Senior Topographical Surveyor to support a major, long-term infrastructure project in Somerset. This is a delivery-focused role for someone who knows their way around complex sites, produces clean data, and takes pride in doing things properly.
 
You’ll be trusted with responsibility, given the right kit and offered genuine progression rather than empty promises.
This position suits a surveyor who is technically strong, calm under pressure and comfortable working on live, high-profile sites where accuracy matters.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality topographical surveys on a major infrastructure project
• Operate Leica Total Stations, specifically the TS16, with confidence and accuracy
• Process and adjust survey data using StarNET
• Carry out laser scanning data processing and quality checks
• Ensure all data is accurate, consistent, and fit for downstream design and construction use
• Work closely with engineers, site teams, and project managers
• Maintain instruments and uphold best practice in survey methods and site procedures
• Support junior surveyors where required and contribute to team standards

Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Topographical Surveyor on civil or infrastructure projects
• Strong hands-on use of Leica TS16 Total Station
• Working knowledge of StarNET for network adjustment and data processing
• Experience processing laser scan data
• Solid understanding of survey control, setting out, and quality assurance
• Comfortable working independently on complex sites
• CSCS Card and clean criminal record ofr SC Clearance.

What You’ll Bring
 
You’re methodical, detail-driven, and take ownership of your work. You understand the downstream impact of survey data and deliver it right first time. You’re reliable, technically capable, and interested in progressing within a business that values competence over noise.
 
What’s On Offer

• £40,000 – £45,000 salary depending on experience
• Company vehicle
• High-quality survey instruments provided
• Clear and genuine progression on a major project
• Long-term, stable work in Somerset

For more information, or to apply – Contact Luke Norton on:
07534 138797 or luke.norton@leggwork.com