Defence

Surveying and Monitoring for Military Bases, Secure Sites and Defence Assets

Defence infrastructure projects require the highest levels of precision, safety and compliance. Whether maintaining operational bases, expanding secure facilities or managing complex estate upgrades, reliable survey data is critical at every stage.

Survey Solutions supports defence estate owners, consultants and Tier 1 contractors with the specialist surveys needed to plan, build and maintain military infrastructure with confidence.

Why are Accurate Surveys Essential on Defence Sites?

Military and defence sites pose unique technical and operational challenges. From secure access zones to complex underground services, understanding the full environment is essential for safe, compliant delivery.

Our services help:

Reduce risk during construction and maintenance
Validate designs against real-world conditions
Maintain critical assets and infrastructure
Demonstrate compliance with MOD and statutory requirements
Protect sensitive environments around coastal or inland bases

What are the Core Survey Services for Defence Projects?

There is a range of multi-discipline surveys that meet the demanding specifications of defence estate projects – from airfields and naval facilities to depots and secure compounds. Every project differs, but a survey package for a site often includes:

Topographic Surveys

Capture detailed site layouts, elevations and features
Support new build design, refurbishment and long-term estate planning

Hydrographic and Flood Risk Surveys

Assess riverbeds, coastal sites and marine infrastructure
Critical for naval bases, dockyards and climate-resilient planning

Utility Mapping and Underground Surveys

Identify buried utilities, ducts, tanks and tunnels
Support safe excavation and future-proof design

Structural Monitoring

Track movement or stress in sensitive infrastructure
Ensure the stability of buildings, bunkers and barriers during works

Environmental Monitoring

Assess project impact; support regulatory reporting
Aligns with MOD sustainability and natural capital standards

Measured Building Surveys

Deliver as-built records for facility management and upgrades
Support M&E works, refurbishment and BIM integration

Digital Twins and BIM Modelling

Provide full lifecycle data for defence assets
Improve design coordination, asset tracking and operational planning

How can we Support Defence Projects in Practice?

Our teams work on high-security sites across the UK – often in live, sensitive or restricted environments. Our security-cleared team of surveyors deliver trusted data. To ensure quality and compliance, the following certifications and accreditations are crucial:

MOD Approval: For technologies and methodologies used in surveying and monitoring on military sites.
ISO Certifications: Such as ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety).
Defence Contractor Accreditation: Necessary for contractors to work on defence infrastructure projects.
BIM Level 2: Compliance with Building Information Modelling (BIM) standards ensures integration with modern digital construction practices.

Typical outcomes include: