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How much do commercial surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for commercial surveyor in the United States is $74,746.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commercial Surveyor vs Quantity Surveyor?

AspectCommercial SurveyorQuantity Surveyor
CredentialsRICS membership, relevant degreeRICS membership, relevant degree
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, client officesConstruction sites, client offices
Industry UsageProperty development, leasing, investmentCost management, contract administration

Both roles often require RICS accreditation and work in similar environments, but Commercial Surveyors focus on property valuation, leasing, and investment analysis, while Quantity Surveyors specialize in cost estimation, budgeting, and contract management. Understanding these differences helps clients and employers find the right expertise for their project needs.

What do commercial surveyors do?

Commercial surveyors assess and manage commercial property assets, including offices, retail spaces, and industrial buildings. They conduct property inspections, prepare reports, and advise on valuations, leasing, and development projects, often using tools like CAD software and adhering to industry regulations.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Surveyor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,746 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Professional Land Surveyor

Bridgeview, IL

Preferred Survey, Inc
11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 22 hours ago

Job description

Company Description

Preferred Survey Inc. has spent the past three decades providing accurate, reliable land surveys to our valued customers throughout the Chicagoland area. Whether you are preparing to buy or sell a home, subdivide tracts of land, or make improvements to existing land, our experienced staff is dedicated to providing you with the highest level of service in the industry. We appreciate the opportunity to serve our clients. PSI and our surveyors are fully licensed by State of Illinois and are members of the Illinois Professional Land Surveyors Association.

Job Description

General Summary of Duties:

Make precise measurements to determine property boundaries from the local real estate market.   Provide boundary surveys and ALTA surveys for Real Estate Attorneys.   Work primarily on boundary calculations with data provided by field crews, as well as correcting and signing the final plat.  Some crew supervision required.

Supervision Received:

Reports directly to the General Manager of PSI.

Supervision Exercised:

Ability to mentor subordinates, including researchers, drafters, and field crews.

Typical Physical Demands:

Ability to work at a desk, sitting for long periods of time.  Supervision of field crews will occasionally require time in the field, often walking long distances as the job requires.

Typical Working Conditions:

While the primary focus is in boundary calculations while in the office, field work will occasionally be required.  Field work involves working outdoors, standing for long periods, and often walking long distances.  Traveling is occasionally a part of the job, reliabletransportation is required.  Overtime and
Saturday work is occasionally necessary.

Examples of Duties:
(This list may not include all duties assigned.)

1. Complete boundary surveys in Chicago and surrounding areas, using data collected from field crews.

2. Supervise and manage field crews during the boundary survey process.

3. Establish stake sites and official land and water boundaries.

4. Research land records, survey records, and land titles.

5. Look for evidence of previous boundaries to determine where boundary lines are located.

6. Record the results of surveying and verify the accuracy of data.

7. Prepare plots, maps, and reports.

8. Present findings to clients, government agencies, and others.

9. Must approve final calculation of all boundary surveys (sign the plot).  Use of E-Signature required.

10. Provide expert testimony in court regarding survey work, if needed.

11. Additional duties as assigned.



Qualifications

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge of residential/commercial survey practices.  Must be proficient in AutoCAD and/or Microstation/Geopak.   Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with co-workers, CADD Drafters, and other team members.  Clean driving record required.   Excellent communication skills.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree, with certification as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).

Experience Required:

Experience in boundary survey work and boundary dispute resolutions.

ALTA survey experience required.

Experience in legal description writing.

Condominium experience a plus.

Topo experience a plus.

Certificate and /or Licenses Required:

Current Illinois surveyor license in good standing.



Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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