Nathan Meakin

Results-driven Principal of Mobile Mapping and Mobile Solutions with over 20 years of experience in the geospatial survey and civil/construction industries. Technically proficient in GNSS, trigonometrical and precise levelling, terrestrial LiDAR scanning and processing, and 2D/3D monitoring, with a proven track record of leading projects and teams of varying scale and budget. Dedicated, collaborative team leader committed to driving quality outcomes and developing high-performing teams in both field and office environments.

Experienced in developing junior team members.

Principal of Mobile Mapping and Mobile Solutions - LandScope Engineering Ltd - United Kingdom

(2019-12)

• Project managed large scale Mobile Mapping projects including high order accuracy surveys of Ilkeston, Derbyshire, Portsmouth Navy Base and other major Motorways and dual carriageways throughout the country.
• Organised, supervised and executed various monitoring projects such as Northumbrian Water Ltd (E&SW) annual deformation survey for the dams and reservoirs located in Essex and Suffolk.
• Conducted topographical/terrain surveys, produced deliverables and analysed data for various projects.
• Undertaken utility mapping and infrastructure surveys using cable locating equipment and ground penetrating radar.
• Assisted in commercial responsibilities such as quote reviewing, pricing/quotes and tenders, requesting purchase orders and variation costs on projects.
• Completed overseas projects including terrestrial and topographical survey through the Rock of Gibraltar, Mobile Mapping of road network in Gibraltar, and installing remote tilt and movement sensors in Ridderkerk, Netherlands.
• Compiled survey reports, Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Helped to develop, train and mentor junior team members in various aspects within survey and office related tasks.

Principal of Mobile Mapping and Mobile Solutions - LandScope Engineering Ltd - United Kingdom

(2019-12)

Key projects include project managing and completing multiple large scale Mobile Mapping campaigns including 5Km2 of Ilkeston, Derbyshire for Severn Trent Water, over 60km linear of mobile mapping and high order ground control on M5 from Portishead to Weston-super-Mare for Highways England, high order mobile mapping and GNSS ground control in Bangor, Wales for Bangor Council and complete digital twin survey of Portsmouth Navy Base. Other projects include terrestrial scanning and condition survey on topside and underside of bridge along the A4077 for WSP. Project management, field lead and reporting on seasonal beach movement monitoring at Dover Beach, including storm events when required, for the Port of Dover.

Quarterly 2D and 3D monitoring of retaining wall for fuel tank spillage for British Pipeline Association.

Head of Survey and Site Engineering - Geocurve Ltd - Essex, United Kingdom

(2016-02 - 2019-12)

• Led and coordinated a multidisciplinary team on geospatial survey projects, overseeing workflow from planning through delivery.
• Directed data collection, processing, and analysis for site and survey projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with technical standards.
• Produced detailed survey reports for clients, translating technical findings into clear, actionable deliverables.
• Managed client relationships, liaising on active projects while developing new business partnerships and working relationships.
• Acted as primary point of contact between technical teams and clients, ensuring project requirements and timelines were consistently met.
• Assisted in various commercial responsibilities such as various quotes and pricing and variations costs.

Head of Survey and Site Engineering - Geocurve Ltd - Essex, United Kingdom

(2016-02 - 2019-12)

Key projects include managing and acquiring Mobile Mapping and traditional surveying on 140km of River Thames embankment (land and riverside), Isle of Grain through to River Darent (North Kent Marshes) flood defence infrastructure using traditional GNSS surveying and UAV capabilities for Team 2100 flood defence project, Quarterly deformation monitoring of Abberton Reservoirs Main Dam, Causeway and Col Dams for Northumbrian Water Ltd (E&SW) this lead onto being awarded the annual deformation monitoring survey of the dams and reservoirs located Essex and Suffolk, Monthly UAV survey at Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Plant which required dynamic high order GNSS ground control planning.

Small Works Department Manager and Site Engineer/Manager - Brooks and Wood Ltd - East Anglia

(2007 - 2016-02)

• Carried out setting out, levelling, and quality checks across a range of commercial, groundworks and residential projects.
• Produced manhole schedules and Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) to support safe and compliant site operations.
• Managed site permits and delivered toolbox talks and inductions to ensure health & safety compliance.
• Measured and quantified materials, coordinating orders to keep projects running on schedule and within budget.
• Supervised subcontractors and labourers on-site, overseeing day-to-day logistics and programme to keep works progressing.
• Managed deliveries, maintained site diaries, and produced progress reports to track project status.
• Acted as key liaison between clients, site managers, and project teams, ensuring works aligned with client expectations and project timelines.

Small Works Manager - Brooks and Wood Ltd - East Anglia

(2007 - 2016-02)

• Prepared tenders and quotes for small works projects up to £100,000, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing.
• Conducted site visits with potential clients to assess scope and produce accurate quotations.
• Organised procurement of materials and plant, including completing order forms and managing supplier relationships.
• Hired and off-hired equipment as required, coordinating timing to control costs and keep projects on schedule.
• Coordinated labour and resource scheduling to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Managed general site set-up for awarded projects, from mobilisation through to works commencing.

Small Works Manager - Brooks and Wood Ltd - East Anglia

(2007 - 2016-02)

Key projects include hybrid role as lead engineer and site manager on multiple anaerobic digestion plants in East Anglia. Lead engineer on Sandon Park and Ride for Chelmsford Council, project was completed under budget and 4 weeks ahead of schedule. Lead engineer on multiple housing projects throughout East Anglia. Quoting, project managing and delivering on removal of residents derelict garages and installing new residential parking under budget for Ipswich Council.

Assistant Engineer - Breheny Civil Engineering - East Anglia

(2005 - 2007)

• Assisted with setting out, levelling, and drawing checks on civil engineering projects, supporting accurate on-site execution.
• Supported the Site Engineer with day-to-day technical and site duties, gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle.
• Operated Total Stations and automatic levels to carry out survey and setting out tasks.
• Developed working knowledge of AutoCAD to interpret and check design drawings.
• Built foundational skills in civil engineering site practices, progressing toward more senior engineering responsibilities.

GCSE - Tendring Technology College Thorpe-Le-Soken & Frinton-on-Sea, Essex