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Associate Surveyor Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Senior Land Surveyor Soltesz is currently seeking a highly motivated Land Surveyor to support land ... Associate's Degree also preferred but not required

Land Surveyor - LSIT

Rockville, MD · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT), an employee-owned consultant engineering firm, is seeking a Land Surveyor - LSIT to join our Team in the Rockville, MD office. This candidate will work on ...

Land Surveyor - LSIT

Rockville, MD · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT), an employee-owned consultant engineering firm, is seeking a Land Surveyor - LSIT to join our Team in the Rockville, MD office. This candidate will work on ...

Land Surveyor - LSIT

Rockville, MD · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT), an employee-owned consultant engineering firm, is seeking a Land Surveyor - LSIT to join our Team in the Rockville, MD office. This candidate will work on ...

... Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required • 8 years of experience minimum ... Surveyor & SUE Team Highlights • IMEG's survey group of 100+ professionals, including licensed ...

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How much do associate surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate surveyor in Washington is $84,657.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $103,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Surveyor vs Chartered Surveyor?

AspectAssociate SurveyorChartered Surveyor
QualificationsTypically requires a degree in surveying or related field; may include some professional accreditationRequires full membership of a recognized professional body (e.g., RICS) and chartered status
Work EnvironmentEntry to mid-level roles in surveying firms, often assisting senior staffSenior roles with greater responsibility, client interaction, and project management
Industry UsageCommonly used for early-career positions and junior rolesUsed for fully qualified professionals with extensive experience

The main difference between an Associate Surveyor and a Chartered Surveyor lies in their qualifications and experience. Associate Surveyors are typically early-career professionals with relevant degrees, while Chartered Surveyors have achieved full professional status, allowing them to take on more complex projects and leadership roles within the industry.

What does an associate surveyor do?

An associate surveyor assists in land, construction, or engineering surveys by collecting data, preparing reports, and supporting senior surveyors. They often use tools like total stations and GPS equipment and may need relevant certifications or training to perform fieldwork and data analysis effectively.

What are the most commonly searched types of Surveyor jobs in Washington?

The most popular types of Surveyor jobs in Washington are:

What cities in Washington are hiring for Associate Surveyor jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Associate Surveyor job openings:

Infographic showing various Associate Surveyor job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,657 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Senior Project Surveyor

Landover, MD • On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 hours ago


Job description

As a Senior Project Surveyor, you will be an integral part of Bryant Associates Land Survey Department in our Baltimore, MD office, where you will coordinate field and office staff and be responsible for managing survey projects in a timely, accurate and cost-effective manner.
The Senior Project Surveyor manages survey projects from initiation to completion. They will plan, organize, coordinate, assign and monitor the work of field survey crews. In addition, the Senior Project Surveyor is responsible for quality control and assurance (QA/QC), preparing and adhering to project budgets and schedules, and managing compliance with safety standards. Senior Project Surveyor will also work closely with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)
•    Act as project manager with regard to leading client contact and contract negotiations, project budgets, setting, maintaining and upholding standards, estimation of projects, map preparation and coordination of field and office scheduling.
•    Provide guidance to Survey Crews , Project Surveyors and Survey Technicians in order to complete daily survey assignments correctly and proficiently
•    Support surveying and mapping activities for boundary surveys, topographic mapping and construction staking projects
•    Prepare instructions and support information, as well as reviews field notes and staking information for completeness and clarity
•    Will have supervisory responsibilities for group members and support staff including hiring, promoting, performance reviews, and training
•    Instruct, train, and mentor survey staff to deliver work that exceeds client expectations
•    Will assist engineer in outlining objectives, requirements and design approaches
•    Responsible for gathering engineering data from a variety of sources
•    Will attend project and pre-construction meetings and provide input to ensure proper policies, procedures and specifications are followed
•    Help grow departmental revenue by strengthening relationships with professional contacts and existing clients
•    Coordinate and share work with other outlying offices as directed
•    Develop and maintain strong client relationships
•    Must be able to manage multiple projects and teams
•    Solicit, respond and prepare proposals for services
•    Participate and facilitate meetings with stakeholders and clients
•    Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
•    Stamp, seal and record survey plans
•    Assist in project deliverables as appropriate
•    Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations
•    Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology
•    Complete internal and external training as required
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
•    Prior experience working on both civil/site and structural engineering and surveying projects
•    Proven ability to research and compile record information such as record maps, legal descriptions, utility information and right of any data
•    Track project budgets and billings
•    Strong leadership & communication skills, work ethic, dependability.
•    Must have strong supervisory skills
•    Demonstrated ability to instruct/ coach survey staff on how to perform the aspects of their job they may not be skilled in
•    Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents
•    Ability to prepare calculations, and instructions for field work
•    Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
•    Highly motivated and detail oriented
•    Desire to work in a team environment
•    Observes company and client safety requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•    Minimum 7 years of experience as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
•    10+ years of survey experience
•    Previous supervisory experience
•    Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate or Bachelor’s degree a plus

COMPUTER SKILLS
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word
•    Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Land Development Desktop
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Will provide direction/instruction to Survey Crews, Survey Technicians and Project Surveyors
TRAVEL:
Travel to local/regional job sites as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Office (95%):
•    The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation
•    Some lifting and standing is required
•    Employee must occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds
Field (5%):
•    Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
•    Able to climb ladders
•    Ability to carry survey instruments and equipment
•    Lift 50 pounds

BENEFITS:

Competitive benefits

Remote work options available

ABOUT BRYANT ASSOCIATES:

Founded in 1976, Bryant Associates, Inc. (Bryant) is an MBE/DBE professional consulting firm that provides civil, structural, and traffic engineering, water resources, construction management, and surveying services to public and private clients throughout the Northeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. We’re headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in Baltimore, MD; Lincoln, RI; and Louisville, KY. For more information, please visit www.bryant-engrs.com or follow us on X @BryantEngineers.

Bryant Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA

Bryant does not sponsor visas. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the United States of America.

No phone calls.