Vector Recruitment Solutions

Senior Utility Surveyor

TW3 1AA

Key information

Pay
£40,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
7 Oct 2026
Closing date
5 Nov 2026

About this role

Senior Utility Surveyor

Salary

Up to £45,000 per annum (DOE) + Company Vehicle

Location

Hounslow

Job Type

Permanent

Are you an experienced, precision-driven Utility Surveyor looking to step into a senior technical leadership role within an expanding land and geospatial consultancy?

A leading specialist surveying consultancy is expanding its operations and seeking a Senior Utility Surveyor to lead regional project delivery in South East England.

In this senior role, you will take ownership of complex subsurface mapping schemes, oversee on-site methodologies, mentor junior surveyors, and ensure seamless integration of utility data with wider topographical deliverables.

The Opportunity

You will lead the execution of comprehensive underground utility mapping projects strictly adhering to PAS 128 (Quality Levels QL-D through QL-A).

Your day-to-day remit involves

  • Leading complex subsurface investigations utilising multi-channel Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electromagnetic Location (EML) equipment on major infrastructure, commercial, and residential assets.
  • Overseeing and executing advanced post-processing of GPR and EML data, coordinating closely with CAD and topographical teams to deliver complete, accurate utility models.
  • Conducting advanced site reconnaissance, complex utility mark-outs, methodology planning, and robust site-specific risk assessments (RAMS).
  • Mentoring and supervising junior surveyors and assistants on-site, providing quality assurance and technical guidance.
  • Acting as a technical point of contact on-site for clients and contractors, ensuring projects meet rigorous safety standards and client specifications.

The Package

  • Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + fully expensed company vehicle / van allowance.
  • Company pension scheme and statutory holiday allowance.
  • Clear pathway for career progression into operations management or senior technical consultancy.
  • Continued professional development (CPD) support within a multi-disciplinary surveying team.

Technical Essentials

To be successful in this senior role, you must demonstrate proven technical authority and independent project execution

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Experience

Extensive proven field track record executing and delivering utility mapping projects across highways, rail, commercial, or major infrastructure environments.

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Compliance & Standards

Comprehensive knowledge of PAS 128 specifications and reporting standards.

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Hardware & Software

Advanced proficiency with electromagnetic locating equipment (e.g., Radiodetection RD8100/RD8200) and GPR systems (e.g., Leica, IDS, Mala), alongside data post-processing software.

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Qualifications

Valid CSCS Card and a clean, full UK Driving Licence (mandatory). ProQual Level 3 or Level 5 in Utility Mapping and Surveying is strongly advantageous.

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Leadership

Demonstrable ability to supervise site teams, audit survey data, and ensure QA compliance.

For more information, apply or contact Simon Cowley on 01737 452509.