Business Details
37 Years
experience
Precision Land Surveying Services in Scotland
Established in 1989, Caintech has evolved from an offshore oil sector specialist to a multidisciplinary surveying and engineering firm serving clients across Scotland and beyond. Our expertise spans land, hydrographic, and construction surveying, supported by cutting-edge equipment from industry leaders like Topcon and Leica. With a team of over 25 professionals, we deliver precision and reliability in laser scanning, civil engineering design, and UAV data capture. Our commitment to technical excellence is matched by our dedication to client collaboration, ensuring projects from infrastructure developments to heritage documentation meet exacting standards.Decades of experience in topographical and boundary surveys, combined with a forward-thinking approach to innovation, position us as trusted partners in complex engineering challenges. We prioritise minimal downtime through manufacturer partnerships while maintaining rigorous quality control across aerial, volumetric, and hydrographic surveying operations. This enduring focus on accuracy and service excellence has cemented our reputation as leaders in spatial data solutions.
Services
Laser Scanning
Construction Setting Out
Civil Engineering Design
Hydrographic Surveys
UAV Data Capture
Topographical Surveys
Boundary Surveys
Volumetric Surveys
Aerial Surveys
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years specialising in precision surveying technologies
- Utilise industry-leading Topcon, Trimble and Leica equipment
- Experienced team operating across Scotland and internationally
- Integrated civil engineering design capabilities
- Proven track record in complex infrastructure projects
Services
Laser Scanning
Our laser scanning service creates detailed 3D point cloud models using high-precision equipment. This technology enables millimetre-accurate documentation of structures for heritage preservation, infrastructure projects, and construction verification. Clients benefit from comprehensive as-built records that support design validation and maintenance planning across Scotland's transport network.
Construction Setting Out
Using total stations and RTK GPS, we provide precise construction setting out services for complex developments. Our team ensures accurate placement of roads, utilities and buildings to within millimetric tolerances. This service supports commercial, infrastructure and MOD projects with reliable positioning solutions across Scotland and beyond.
Civil Engineering Design
Our civil engineering design team delivers comprehensive packages for drainage, roads and earthworks. We conduct ground investigations including trial pits and percolation testing to inform foundation designs. Clients receive detailed documentation supporting planning applications and regulatory consents for residential, commercial and industrial developments.
UAV Data Capture
We utilise drones for aerial surveys, site progress monitoring and defect inspections. Our CAA-approved UAV operations provide safe, cost-effective data collection for promotional material, construction tracking and hard-to-reach area inspections. All flights follow rigorous safety protocols and site-specific risk assessments.
Hydrographic Surveys
Specialising in underwater topographic mapping using Norbit and Ohmex equipment, our hydrographic surveys support port developments and coastal infrastructure. This service provides critical data for dredging operations, marine construction and environmental monitoring in Scotland's waterways and coastal regions.
People
Jim Main
Director
With decades of leadership experience, Jim Main directs Caintech's strategic operations from Inverness. His expertise in spatial surveying and offshore engineering informs the company's technical direction and client service standards across all projects.
Ryan Miller
Engineering Manager
Ryan Miller oversees engineering operations, managing data formats and technical workflows. His specialist knowledge ensures seamless integration of survey data with design requirements for complex infrastructure projects across Scotland's diverse terrain.
Gordon Noble
Survey Manager
As Survey Manager, Gordon Noble leads field operations with extensive experience in land and hydrographic surveying. He ensures technical excellence in boundary determinations, volumetric calculations and quality control processes for all survey deliverables.
Kevin Tough
Senior Civil Engineering Technician
Kevin Tough provides technical leadership in civil engineering design. His expertise in drainage systems and infrastructure planning supports clients through all project phases from initial investigations to construction documentation.
Questions
What surveying technologies do you use?
We utilise Topcon, Trimble, Leica, Norbit, Ohmex, DJI and Sensefly equipment for terrestrial, hydrographic and UAV surveying operations.
Do you work outside Scotland?
While based in Inverness, we operate across the UK and internationally for major infrastructure and development projects.
What civil engineering services do you offer?
Our services include ground investigations, drainage design, roads infrastructure planning and earthworks volume calculations.
How do you ensure survey accuracy?
We use millimetre-precision instruments and follow strict quality control procedures with regular equipment calibration.
Can you handle emergency surveying requirements?
We prioritise scheduled projects but maintain flexibility for urgent requests where possible.
What industries do you serve?
We work with construction, energy, transport and environmental sectors on both public and private projects.
