Laser Scanning Surveyor

Laser Scanning Surveyor, 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

Murphy Geospatial, a Woolpert company, is seeking a Laser Scanning Surveyor to support a major semiconductor manufacturing project in Dresden.

This role is primarily focused on terrestrial laser scanning, data capture, verification and QA/QC activities within a large-scale construction environment. Working as part of our Special Projects team, you will help transform field-captured data into accurate, actionable information that supports construction delivery, quality assurance, and project reporting. 

This opportunity would suit candidates from a laser scanning, geomatics, surveying, reality capture, digital construction, or BIM background who are looking to develop their expertise on a high-profile international project.

What You Will Do

• Carry out terrestrial laser scanning and data capture across the project site.
  
• Process terrestrial laser scan data captured by project survey teams. 
• Register, align, and quality-check point cloud datasets.
• Identify and resolve point cloud registration and data quality issues.
• Perform QA/QC checks on captured and processed data.
• Prepare structured point cloud deliverables for project stakeholders.
• Support construction verification and design versus as-built assessments.
• Produce reports, visual outputs, and technical documentation.
• Maintain organised project datasets and reporting trackers.
• Collaborate with surveying, BIM, and construction teams to support project delivery.

Technology You'll Work With

• Leica Cyclone / Cyclone 3DR
• CloudCompare
• ClearEdge Verity
• Autodesk Revit
• Navisworks
• Power BI
• Advanced terrestrial laser scanning technologies

What You Will Bring

Essential:

• Experience with terrestrial laser scanning and point clouds. 
• Experience with point cloud registration and QA/QC workflows.
• Experience using software such as Leica Cyclone, CloudCompare, Faro Scene, Trimble RealWorks, or similar.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Fluent English.
• Full right to work in Germany.

Desirable:

• Experience working with BIM models.
• Experience in scan-to-model or construction verification workflows.
• Experience on semiconductor, industrial, pharmaceutical, or data centre projects.
• Knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, or Power BI.

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

• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.

• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

• Fitness and Wellbeing reimbursement programme

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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