Surveying &
Digital Modelling.

Precise, coordinated data for confident design and construction.

Capturing the built environment with digital precision.

Accurate and connected data is the foundation of confident design and efficient construction. Plowman Craven delivers surveying and digital modelling services that transform complex environments into precise, structured information for smarter decisions and seamless collaboration.

Our expertise supports every stage of the project lifecycle, from planning and design through to construction and asset management.

Whether mapping new developments, documenting existing buildings or validating construction progress, we digitise assets to create reliable intelligence that drives quality, sustainability and compliance.

Topographical surveys.

The definitive baseline for confident design and construction.

Understanding existing ground conditions is vital for informed design and engineering. Our Topographical Surveys create an accurate representation of your site, providing the foundation for planning and construction.

  • Map levels, boundaries, features and visible services
  • Create accurate 2D or 3D models for planning and design
  • Support feasibility, design and construction planning
  • Identify site constraints and opportunities early
  • Provide a consistent reference for future design activities

Measured building surveys.

Accurate data for confident design and refurbishment.

Reliable building information is essential for planning, redevelopment and asset management. Our Measured Building Surveys record the true form and condition of existing assets, providing valuable insight for design, refurbishment and compliance.

  • Capture floor plans, elevations, sections and structure
  • Deliver CAD drawings or BIM-ready models aligned with ISO 19650
  • Support feasibility, planning and redevelopment
  • Provide data for coordination and planning submissions
  • Enable informed decisions for lifecycle management and asset digitisation

Scan to BIM.

Transforming real-world data into intelligent digital models.

Our Scan to BIM service converts precise survey data into BIM models that enable coordination, efficiency and lifecycle insight. It connects design, construction and asset management within one accurate digital framework, forming the cornerstone of digitising assets for long-term operational value.

  • Align models with ISO 19650 standards
  • Support design coordination and asset management workflows
  • Integrate with digital twins and FM systems
  • Represent architectural, structural and MEP detail
  • Create a trusted foundation for collaboration and sustainability

Construction verification.

Digital assurance for accurate, efficient and compliant delivery.

Ensuring that what is built matches design intent is critical to quality and programme certainty. Our Construction Verification service provides independent validation that supports early issue detection and compliance confidence.

  • Compare as-built conditions with BIM or CAD models
  • Identify deviations early to protect quality and programme
  • Support progress monitoring and specification compliance
  • Provide visual deviation maps for project teams and CDEs
  • Deliver independent assurance for contractors and designers

Floor flatness surveys.

Precision assurance for industrial and automated environments.

In logistics, manufacturing and automated facilities, floor accuracy directly impacts performance and safety. Our Floor Flatness Surveys measure slab levels and tolerances to ensure compliance and operational reliability.

  • Assess flatness and levelness to TR34 and ASTM standards
  • Deliver visual deviation maps and compliance reports
  • Support quality assurance and handover documentation
  • Detect variances early to prevent rework
  • Provide assurance for automated operational environments

Automated layout printing.

Accelerating on-site marking with precision and efficiency.

Automated layout printing delivers new levels of accuracy and speed. Using HP Site-Print technology, Plowman Craven transfers digital designs directly onto site surfaces, eliminating manual marking and improving consistency across layouts. This innovation enhances precision, reduces time on site and supports digital construction.

  • Print layouts directly onto slabs or floors
  • Remove manual tape and chalk marking
  • Accelerate installation and layout control
  • Improve precision across large areas
  • Support digital construction and programme efficiency

Why work with us?

Trusted survey intelligence that drives accuracy and confidence.

Plowman Craven combines technical excellence, insight and a commitment to quality to deliver data that supports confident decision-making. Our services help clients digitise assets with precision and consistency, providing the clarity needed to plan, build and manage effectively.

How do our services help?

Project experience.

Our expertise supports projects across property, transport, infrastructure and industrial sectors, from major redevelopments to precision-built facilities.

Talk to our Surveying & Digital Modelling experts.