Assistant Survey Manager

Assistant Survey Manager

Hours:

Monday to Friday – 08.00 am to 17.00 pm (42.5)

Location:

Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

About us
Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment.
About the job
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Survey Manager. 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.
About the role
As an experienced Survey Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Assist the Manager with all aspects of surveying activities on site, with the focus on managing a growing team of surveyors and technicians as the project moves into main works.
General operations include supporting the following key activities:
o Maintain control networks across multiple independent construction work areas.
o Maintain a prism and scanning multi-instrument automated total station (ATS) network, using Leica GeoMoS.
o Manage manual surveying monitoring programmes to report structural or surface level movements.
o Establish machine control for excavation and dowel drilling (TPS).
o As-built scanning of existing structures. Processing of point clouds to validate designer’s confederated models.
o Demolition scanning for as-built records and conformity checks to design.
o Quality assurance surveys for construction of RC structures; through pre-pour, post-pour checks.
o As-built surveys, through laser scanning and modelling of point clouds

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

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

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

• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of 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 files and records to support project compliance and audits, using the Projects Document Management system.

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

• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and project requirements.
This profile is not exhaustive. From time to time, you may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and, where necessary, training, and full support will be given.
Who are we looking for?

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

• Site based role.

• Significant experience surveying industries.

• 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.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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