Surveying Jobs in Gainesville, VA

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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Gas Leak Survey Technician

  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Discover a more connected Locator career At UtiliQuest, you'll work with experienced technicians, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient....

Survey Technician/Senior Survey Technician

  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Drafts subdivision plats, boundary surveys and easement plats Prepares parcel descriptions Prepares staking maps for...

Land Surveyor Supervisor

  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago

A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying or related field desired. Ability to review consultant survey data provided to VDOT....

Surveyor

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Support and/or perform initial surveying & field layout activities with robotic total stations to support field validation, quality control, and quality assurance....

Field Surveyor IV (Crew Chief)

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Field Surveyor IV is a leadership position within a surveying field crew having 3-5 years of experience performing boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and construction surveys....

Field Surveyor I

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Requirements: Clearance: Secret Education and Certifications: Associatesdegreein Geography or related physical or geospatial science such as Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, Cartography...

Survey Technician

  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (23 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Experience in both field surveying and engineering design. Proficiency in topographic and boundary survey software. Ability to read blueprint and contract documentation....

Licensed Surveyor

  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (17 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Timmons Group is currently seeking a Licensed Surveyor to join our Survey Group located in our Ashburn, VA office location....

Site Surveyor

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 28 days ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct a site survey with company-provided tools and equipment. Document site with a camera using company app....

Survey Crew Chief

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Our client is a local firm looking to add a Survey Crew Chief to their exceptional team of surveyors! Please see further details below....

Surveyor 2 - Leesburg, VA

  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Operates all survey equipment including Total Station, GPS Data collector, and Auto Levels. Able to follow detailed instructions and pay close attention to detail....

Surveyor 1 - Leesburg, VA

  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (16 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Operates all survey equipment including Total Station, GPS Data collector, and Auto Levels. Able to follow detailed instructions and pay close attention to detail....

Land Surveyor

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Gainesville, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details: Land Surveyor Leading Multi-Disciplined Civil Engineering Firm is hiring a Land Surveyor Job Duties & Qualifications: AutoCAD experience Assist in project proposal....

Entry Level Land Surveyor

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Dewberry is currently seeking an Entry Level Surveyor to work as a member of a survey crew based out of Dewberry's Gainesville, VA office....

Demographic Data for Gainesville, VA

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Salary for Surveying Jobs in Gainesville, VA

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Highest Education Level

Surveyings in Gainesville, VA 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 Gainesville, VA
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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