Geospatial Engineering Lead, Dresden
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As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.
Position Overview
Due to continued business growth, we are recruiting a Geospatial Engineering Lead to join our Special Projects Department on a permanent basis in Dresden, Germany.
Reporting to the Geospatial Manager, the role will lead the delivery of Geospatial Engineering and Surveying services on a multi-year, high-profile semiconductor construction project, coordinating client requirements, resources and survey teams to deliver accurate, efficient and innovative geospatial solutions.
What You Will Do
- Oversee the delivery of Geospatial Engineering and Surveying works for a key client on a large-scale semiconductor construction project.
- Liaise directly with client representatives to understand, coordinate and manage survey requirements from initial request through to final delivery.
- Determine the most appropriate technical approach and methodology to achieve the required project outcomes.
- Plan and coordinate both field and office-based activities to ensure efficient and timely delivery of survey requests.
- Lead surveyors and survey teams through the planning, execution and completion of individual tasks.
- Process survey data and provide technical guidance and oversight during the processing, checking and delivery of survey data.
- Accurately log, track and monitor all survey requests, ensuring progress and completion are clearly recorded.
- Ensure all survey data is appropriately named, filed and stored in accordance with departmental and project requirements.
- Work closely with the Geospatial Manager to plan and coordinate resources, equipment and personnel to meet project requirements.
- Provide accurate estimates for task durations, resource requirements and anticipated completion dates.
- Work with the Geospatial Survey Lead to ensure that adequate and appropriate survey control is established and available prior to commencing works.
- Identify and proactively address potential blockers to task execution, including health and safety, access, coordination, technical and resource constraints.
- Monitor progress and communicate any risks, delays or changes to scope to the appropriate project stakeholders.
- Support the Geospatial Manager and Department Leads with site and office-based activities as required.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of project workflows, processes and delivery standards.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required in accordance with the scope and requirements of the project.
What You Will Bring
- Relevant qualification in Surveying, Geomatics, BIM, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' relevant surveying experience within the construction industry.
- Proven experience working on large-scale construction projects is essential.
- Strong understanding of the principles, practices and applications of surveying and geospatial engineering.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience of AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other relevant CAD packages.
- Knowledge and practical understanding of survey network adjustments; experience with MicroSurvey STAR*NET would be desirable.
- Demonstrable ability to plan, coordinate and manage multiple survey activities and priorities.
- Rigorous attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
- Possess a full clean German / International Drivers’ licence.
- Legally entitled to work in Germany.
Key Attributes
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against critical deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and other project stakeholders.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to improve, streamline and standardise workflows and processes.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess situations and determine appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
- Flexible and positive approach, with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Strong team player with the ability to lead, support and develop colleagues.
- Enthusiastic, structured and professional approach to work.
- Willingness to continually develop technical skills, knowledge and understanding of emerging technologies and industry best practice.
Benefits You Will Love
At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
- Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
- Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
- Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
- Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
- Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
- Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution
Equal Employment Opportunity
Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.
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