Surveying Jobs in Florida

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 Technician/Instrument Operator

  • Crestview, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Crestview, FL
  • 1 day ago

Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers...

Land Survey Technician

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Recovery of survey control and monumentation, boundary, topographic and utility surveys, construction layout, and photo documentation of the project area; Support the survey crew...

Roofing Surveyor

  • Malabar, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Malabar, FL
  • 1 day ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Schedules incoming work orders with customers for roofing surveys, repairs, and/or re-roof estimates....

CAD Engineer / Surveyor

  • Medley, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Medley, FL
  • 3 days ago

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: College degree preferably a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Surveying and Mapping....

Land Surveyor Project Manager (Stuart, FL)

  • Stuart, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 3 days ago

Minimum of ten years of surveying experience. Ability to and interest in managing projects. A working knowledge of modern survey techniques, and computer programs is required....

Licensed Surveyor

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 4 days ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other related software. Strong project management skills. Experience with FDOT projects. Knowledge of boundary survey software and land development processes....

SUE Survey Crew Chief

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago

Proficiency with survey equipment (total stations, data collectors and GPS equipment). Some overnight travel may be required....

LongBranch - 1151 - Surveyor - Instrumentman

  • Duette, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Duette, FL
  • 5 days ago

Company : Overland Contracting Inc Req Id : 108611 Job Title : LongBranch - 1151 - Surveyor - Instrumentman Location : PJDUETTE Business Unit Sector : OCI-BVOPS-CONSTRUCTION Opportunity Type : Craft...

Professional Surveyor & Mapper

  • Belleair, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Belleair, FL
  • 5 days ago

Civil engineering principles and terminology General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment Skill in - Planning, coordinating, and supervising surveying projects and...

Construction Surveyor

  • FL
  • 5 days ago
  • FL
  • 5 days ago

We are currently looking to fill a Surveyor position in the Port Charlotte area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Stakeout support at survey construction sites....

Professional Land Surveyor

  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

Equipment Required Education: Associates or Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or land Surveying is preferred PLS licensure preferred, but would consider a strong LSIT My name is Kelley Walsh and...

Experienced Survey Crew Chief

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 6 days ago

Experience should include but is not limited to: establish horizontal and vertical control, LiDAR, as-built surveys, construction stakeout, boundary surveys, topographic, Mean High Water, tree, hydrographic...

Senior Project Land Surveyor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 days ago

experience in both the field and office;- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Carlson software with excellent computer skills;- State Survey license or ability to obtain State license;- Experience...

Roads and Drainage - Survey Technician II

  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 7 days ago

Operate advanced equipment (begin to acquire experience operating total station, robotic total station, RTK, etc.)...

Surveyor & Mapper II - $1000 Sign - on Incentive

  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago

Preferences Experience in reviewing legal descriptions, sketches, boundary surveys, right-of-way maps and other related documents....

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Surveying Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Surveyings in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
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 Florida
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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