UAV Survey Lead

Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis Geomatics use advanced technology to transform the raw survey data gathered from site into powerful decision-making tools. We offer a comprehensive range of survey and mapping services, from small scale ground-based survey to wide-area aerial 3D mapping. Since 2015 this has included a UAV survey capability.

Our team works closely with clients to identify a data collection method that meets their project and cost requirements, and to deliver the insight they need; whether that be to inform the design of a new development, optimise the route of new infrastructure or update existing building or site records for asset management purposes.

The role of UAV Survey Lead is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to take the lead role in developing the capability to the next level and supporting the promotion of our cloud-based platform for viewing and delivery of the data products.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing and developing UAV Survey.

They will be based out of one of the following offices: Bristol, Birmingham, London & South East. They will have to be prepared to travel with the potential for short stays away.

Your role

Lead the UAV capability in terms of:

• Direction and development of the capability.
• Business development and costing/bidding for opportunities.
• Managing UAV surveys.
• Liaise with clients during production and delivery of work packages.
• Coordinating technical development and continuous improvement of working procedures.
• Actively support and promote our cloud-based platform Cirrus Insite.
• Coordinate and contribute to the wider Geomatics team, often working with them where other survey techniques are also required.
• Represent the business professionally to new and existing clients.

About you

Qualifications

A degree or further education qualification in a Geomatics/Survey related field.

Essential Criteria

A successful candidate must:

• Have experience of carrying out and managing UAV/drone surveys.
• Have bidding and proposal writing experience.
• Show an understanding of survey principles and accuracies.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Be able to evidence examples of thought leadership.
• Hold or be able to attain security clearance.
• Be willing to travel throughout the UK to promote the UAV Survey capability and cloud platform to both our internal and external markets.
• Hold a current PFCO.

Desirable Criteria

Although an in-depth knowledge of all the below is not essential, experience in a selection of the following would be expected:

• Be chartered, working toward it or be a member of an industry institution (RICS/CICES).
• Have published articles or presented at industry events.
• Processing UAV imagery.
• Understanding of, or experience in the production of derived deliverables such as DTM, orthophoto, Topographic mapping.
• Experience of acting as a consultant for clients.
• Experience of delivering surveys using other techniques.
• Project delivery in the following sectors would also be an advantage:
  • Rail
  • Highways
  • Infrastructure
  • Energy
  • Utilities
  • Asset Management
  • MOD

The Individual

• Must be a proven leader.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be motivated to deliver project deliverables on time and right first time.
• Able to work to targets.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to define ideas clearly in producing reports.
• Able to deal with clients and senior management on a day to day basis.
• Able to communicate effectively and respectfully with overseas office staff.
• Flexible and able to solve problems and develop alternative methods as appropriate.
• Be fully self-motivated and able to work to tight and personally set deadlines without supervision.
• Ability to conform to defined quality assurance procedures and work processes.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.