Senior Utility Surveyor

Company: Vision
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Location: Crawley
Job Description:

Senior Utility Surveyor

Department: Utilities – South

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Crawley

Description

Come join the team as a Senior Utility Surveyor in our growing business, along with exciting opportunities to work on some of the largest UK construction projects.

With offices in the Midlands & South-East, we are continuously developing and expanding our team. Our Vision is to be the number one supplier of Engineering and Utility Services in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading utility survey projects from start to finish, ensuring high standards are met throughout.
  • Utilising modern surveying methods and equipment, including total stations, GPS, and ground penetrating radar.
  • Conducting thorough inspections and accurately recording underground utility assets and manhole inspection reports.
  • Delivering completed utility survey reports to Project Managers and CAD Operators in accordance with Vision Survey and industry standards.
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Mentoring and guiding junior surveyors and assisting them in their professional development.
  • Conducting quality checks on information collected onsite and ensuring successful transition to final deliverables.
  • Maintaining and ensuring the functionality of all survey equipment.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • Extensive experience in utility surveying, preferably in a senior or leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of industry standards and practices, with knowledge of PAS 128 and TSA being essential.
  • Proficient in the use of surveying technologies including ground penetrating radar and electromagnetic location systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with clients and managing project teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment and effectively prioritise workloads.
  • Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
  • Flexibility to travel to various job sites nationwide as required.
  • Possess a clean and valid manual driving license.
  • Relevant qualifications in surveying or a related field are desirable.
  • Strong educational background in Math and English, with minimum GCSE grades of C or above.

Job Benefits

  • Competitive industry‑leading salaries (DOE)
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 with service
  • Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships, and spa days
  • Pension Scheme
  • Health Insurance (Vitality), including cinema tickets, free coffee, and movie rental rewards, along with free subscription to Headspace and Free Virtual 24/7 GP Service
  • Life Insurance
  • Company Van and Fuel card
  • Tax‑free stay‑away allowance and paid travel time over 1 hour journey
  • Paid overtime for over 40 hrs, with increased rate for night and weekend work
  • Referral Scheme of up to £1000
  • IT & Phone Package
  • Recognition scheme and Service Awards
  • Social events throughout the year eg Annual General Meeting, Summer Event, and Christmas Event
  • Continuous on‑the‑job training and development, both in‑house and through The Survey School (QCF) and CICES qualifications

Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief.

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Posted: July 4th, 2026