Engineering Surveyor

Department: CWCL

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Company: Canary Wharf Contractors Limited

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Reporting to: Associate Director - Engineering Surveying

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JOB SUMMARY

To be responsible to the Senior Engineering Surveyor and Senior Project Manager for the provision of all surveying services to the project.

Salary: £55,000
Closing Date: Monday 1st September

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Discharge responsibilities for Health and Safety as set out in the Canary Wharf Group Health Safety and Welfare manual also the Canary Wharf Group Construction Health and Safety Plan both in respect of the package and integration of the overall project.

• Maintain the global CWG survey control network across all projects.

• Provide and maintain Horizontal Control on all floors of a project for use by all contractors and the department, throughout all stages of construction.

• Provide and maintain Vertical Control on all floors of a project for use by all contractors and the department, throughout all stages of construction.

• Be responsible for, and drive, the teams Laser Scanning capabilities and knowledge sharing, both with the fieldwork data collection and the processing of scanned data.

• Monitor basement slab and/or ground floor slab for deflection and settlement.

• Monitor structures for differential vertical shortening between building core and outer envelope.

• Monitor existing adjacent structures for deflection/deformation associated with construction works.

• Carry out as-built checks throughout shell and core construction and as required during fit-out phase.

• Provide topographical surveys for use by Development Team, Designers and Architects to interface existing features with projects.

• Provide Acad/drawing services to project team to aid project coordination and interface.

• Register and manage all incoming survey requests.

• Check computations and compile jobs prior to approval and issue.

• Oversee calibration of survey equipment and maintain calibration registers

• Ensure survey equipment and supplies are checked and orders placed as necessary.

• To liaise with and maintain a good working relationship with other members of staff and external parties.

• To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Management.

• Provide training and advice to the Assistant Engineering Surveyors.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• The candidate must have 2/3 years’ experience within the survey, engineering and construction industry.

• The candidate needs to have Laser Scanning knowledge and capabilities, both with the fieldwork data collection and the processing of scanned data.

• Can demonstrate proven Engineering experience, gained from working on major construction projects as an Engineering Surveyor in a position of responsibility.

• Be in possession of a relevant formal qualification e.g. Bachelor of Surveying or Engineering degree, HND (as a minimum). 

• Be a member of a Professional Surveying Institution or be actively working towards membership. e.g. CICES, RICS.

• Possess a practical, proactive, and problem-solving approach to surveying in difficult conditions, and under tight time frames.

• Have good communication skills and be able to communicate and influence behaviours at all levels.

• Must be a team player and be able to work well with the assigned project team, trade contractors and members of the survey department.

• Have the ability to develop and implement surveying related systems and procedures where required.

• Be willing to undertake training and a personal development program.

• Be able to train others where knowledge and skills allow.

• Be computer literate and have good administration skills.

• Be competent in assessing and commenting on the adequacy of Method Statements and Risk Assessments.

• Act with integrity and deliver high performance
• Put our customers at the heart of what we do
• Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions

Foster Collaboration

• Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals
• Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness
• Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers / contractors to meet shared goals

Encourage Engagement

• Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role
• Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance
• Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes

Take Ownership

• Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations
• Committed to opportunities for self-development
• Take responsibility for my own performance and look for ways to improve

Embrace Innovation

• Embrace change and innovation
• Proactively suggest ways to improve our business and encourage others to share ideas
• See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change

WHAT WE OFFER

Diversity and Inclusion

We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.

Flexible Working

As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.

Learning and Development

At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.

Other Benefits

We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs.

If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.