Surveying Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

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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Survey Crew Chief (Heavy Civil Construction)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago

Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent Professional Land Surveyor License (UT) preferred but not required Work Experience 4+ Years progressive construction experience in surveying on civil...

Professional Land Surveyor

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Our well-established, growing Land Surveying and Engineering firm is looking for a Professional Land Surveyor....

Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor. Working within our Real Estate Cost Management team, you will be supporting Developers, Manufacturers, Retail, Health and Tech clients....

Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Turner & Townsend's Seattle, Washington team are seeking an ambitious Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor....

Surveyor (Field Tech)

  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Work Requirements Technical: Set up, adjust, and operate survey equipment including universal total station, data collector, and GPS equipment, in order to measure distances, elevations, areas and angles...

Land Surveyor

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in boundary surveying, construction staking, and project management....

Survey Technician IV

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Utah State Professional Land Surveyor License. Hiring official may identify additional job related skills and requirements as preferences in making the hiring decision....

Surveyor Crew Chief - Draper, UT

  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from Salt Lake City, UT)
  • 60+ days ago

Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 5 years survey and layout experience within the heavy highway industry and a bachelors degree in civil engineering or...

Demographic Data for Salt Lake City, UT

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Drone Surveying
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Salary for Surveying Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Surveyings in Salt Lake City, UT 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 in Salt Lake City, UT
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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