Surveying Jobs

A Surveyor in the construction industry is responsible for taking precise measurements to determine property boundaries, providing data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features. This data assists architects, engineers, and construction teams in designing and constructing buildings in the appropriate locations and within legal property lines. Surveyors play a pivotal role in the planning process of any construction project, from high-rise buildings to residential homes. They use a variety of sophisticated technology, like GPS systems, theodolites, and EDM equipment for accurate mapping and reporting.

To become a Surveyor, one should possess excellent mathematical skills, accuracy, problem-solving ability, a strong understanding of data analysis and interpretation, and good communication skills. A degree in surveying, geomatics, or civil engineering is usually required. In many countries, surveyors also need to have specific certifications or licenses like the Chartered Surveyor qualification from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Prior to becoming a surveyor, one may start their career in roles such as a Surveying Technician, Land Surveyor Assistant, or Cartographer to gain practical experience in field surveying, site analysis, and map interpretation.

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Surveyor

  • Indiana, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Indiana, PA
  • 2 days ago

Surveying equipment related to the job such as receivers, data collectors, handheld GPS, total stations Principles and techniques of using traversing and GPS control networks PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS...

Construction Surveyor

  • Haines, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Haines, AK
  • 5 days ago

A successful Construction Surveyor will have a solid understanding of surveying principles and techniques, as well as proficiency in using surveying equipment and software....

Professional Licensed Surveyor - FL - On Site

  • Green Cove Springs, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Green Cove Springs, FL
  • 90+ days ago

of AutoCAD Civil 3d Extensive technical knowledge (GPS, Data Collection, and CAD mapping) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with Various Survey Tasks, i.e....

Professional Land Surveyor

  • Spanish Fork, UT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Spanish Fork, UT
  • 3 hours ago

Civil 3D and have a current professional land surveying license....

Land Surveyor - RLS - Griffin GA

  • Griffin, GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Griffin, GA
  • 3 hours ago

Requirements: GA Registered Professional Land Surveyor. 5 or more years of experience with AutoCAD, or Survey Software. 4+ Years of General Land Surveying Experience Ability to work within budget and...

Land Survey Crew Chief

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Required Qualifications: - Proven leadership skills in managing and mentoring a survey crew. - Proficient in operating total stations and GPS in static and RTK modes for various surveying tasks. - Valid...

Survey Technician (Internal Candidat

  • Roosevelt, UT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Roosevelt, UT
  • 3 hours ago

Drone surveys of both construction sites and gravel pits As-Built Surveys and measurements Set up, troubleshooting and maintenance of Trimble machine control systems Assist the Survey Manager with mapping...

Land Surveyor

  • Butte, MT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 3 hours ago

Skills and Abilities Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering or a related field. Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred....

Survey Crew Chief/Survey Party Chief

  • Hiram, GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hiram, GA
  • 3 hours ago

practices Other duties as assigned What You Bring to SAM 5+ years of industry experience; prior crew chief experience preferred Valid, current driver's license required Competent operating robotic total...

Survey Crew Chief

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Ability to perform civil engineering technician and CADD work while not engaged in survey work....

Survey Crew Chief

  • Little Chute, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Little Chute, WI
  • 4 hours ago

Crew Chief - Job Requirements and Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in a Survey Engineering field from a U.S. accredited college or university and coursework in civil engineering or an Associate's...

Survey Crew Chief

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 hours ago

Survey Crew Chief **Who We Are **Lowe Engineersis a full-service civil engineering, surveying, and mapping consultant serving a wide array of public and private sector clients....

Land Surveyor

  • Okemos, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Okemos, MI
  • 4 hours ago

Skills & Qualifications Degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering Certified Survey Technician Work Environment Will work both onsite in the field for projects....

Project Surveyor

  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Maser Consulting P.A Project Surveyor in Holmdel , New Jersey Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Surveyor to join our Survey/Geospatial team in any of our following New Jersey...

Professional Land Surveyor

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 4 hours ago

Land Surveys: Conduct surveys using advanced surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS, and laser levels....

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Salary for Surveying Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Surveyings offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.6%
High School or GED
21.7%
Associate's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.4%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surveyings
4-6 years
23.3%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
16.7%
8-10 years
13.3%
1-2 years
10.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
6.7%
10+ years
3.3%


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