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The finishing touch: the importance of Level 3 Apprenticeship End Point Assessments
Learning together To complete the geospatial survey technician apprenticeship EPA, apprentices must complete three stages – a multiple-choice test, a project report with questions, and an interview with an experienced geospatial assessor supported by a portfolio of evidence. This type of apprenticeship has an integrated qualification, which means that both the qualification and apprenticeship need …
Changing with the times
A new lease of life Many city centres have been in decline for a number of years. The popularity of online shopping, high council business rents and rates, and a fall in physical ‘bricks and mortar’ stores have all contributed to a change in the look of many high streets. We are seeing many buildings …
10 things architecture, construction, consultants and civil engineering companies need to know about Powers Geospatial Consultancy
Powers has a reputation for being a geospatial consultancy that delivers accurate, reliable and timely site data. The business achieves this by: 1. Rapid mobilisation with multiple teams across all land surveying specialisms Powers has a team of highly skilled and experienced geospatial surveyors, so the company can respond quickly to meet the client’s needs …
Depth of knowledge – the importance of data security when mapping underground utilities
Management of NUAR was formally handed over to Ordnance Survey (OS) in early April 2025. OS now runs the platform on behalf of the newly formed Government Digital Service. NUAR collates data from all underground asset owners into a single map of what is present underground, which aims to significantly reduce the time it takes …
Outlining potential – Feasibility Studies
Viable options A site feasibility study is an easy way of looking at the potential for development of a site or existing building. Before any money is spent – even on drawings and designs – a study will map the site and what exists there, prior to any other work commencing. A feasibility study will …
Powers surveyor profile – Devon Nock
Originally from South Africa, Devon now works in the UK, developing his skills and experience within the profession. His expertise in Revit models and BIM has added an extra dimension to Powers measured building team. He creates models which are an accurate depiction of current buildings. Measured Building Surveys (MBS) map the structural elements and …
One version of the truth – Asset Registers
Built on reliable data Local authorities – or other big companies with a large roster of buildings – need them, so their asset information isn’t all over the place – it’s collated and located as a single entity. This is best practice and there are lots of benefits to understanding what’s detailed in them. Using …
A day in the life of… Chris Snow, senior land and underground utilities surveyor at Powers
Just a typical day “A typical day would go something like this. Once I have arrived in the office and got a brew, I will check my emails and identify any jobs that need to be quoted for. I will make sure the utilities team know what they’re doing and where they need to be …
Helping to build community spirit
Securing community assets As well as drinks and food, pubs serve so much more to a community. The fact that the Golden Lion has been closed for more than 10 years is such a shame for a village like Ashton Hayes. Initially, the empty building was taken on by someone that simply wanted to get …
