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Gaskins LeCraw

Project Surveyor II

Wichita, KS · On-site

Collaborate with engineering staff, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project success. * Mentor ... Proficiency with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and construction ...

Gaskins LeCraw

Project Surveyor II

Kansas City, KS · On-site

Collaborate with engineering staff, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project success. * Mentor ... Proficiency with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and construction ...

Gaskins LeCraw

Senior Project Surveyor

Wichita, KS · On-site

Collaborate with clients, engineers, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project ... Extensive experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and ...

Gaskins LeCraw

Senior Project Surveyor

Kansas City, KS · On-site

Collaborate with clients, engineers, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive project ... Extensive experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, topographic surveys for design, and ...

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How much do commission topographic engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission topographic engineer in the United States is $103,684.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $112,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commission Topographic Engineer vs Land Surveyor?

AspectCommission Topographic EngineerLand Surveyor
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering or Geomatics, licensure often requiredDegree in Surveying, licensure mandatory in most states
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, construction sites, engineering projectsFieldwork, boundary determination, property mapping
Industry UsageEngineering firms, government agencies, constructionReal estate, construction, government land offices

Both roles involve fieldwork and require licensure, but Commission Topographic Engineers focus on engineering projects and topographic mapping, while Land Surveyors specialize in boundary and property surveys. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or service provider.

What are the duties of an office engineer?

An office engineer supports project management by preparing reports, reviewing plans, and coordinating communication between field teams and clients. They often handle documentation, assist with scheduling, and use software like AutoCAD or project management tools. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential for this role.
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Infographic showing various Commission Topographic Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,684 per year, or $49.8 per hour.

Surveyor I - Mapping

Michael Baker International

Santa Ana, CA

$18 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Michael Baker International rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 352 rated engineering

Job description

What We're Looking For:

 Michael Baker International is seeking an entry level Surveyor I to support our Southern California Survey Practice within our Santa Ana, CA office.

What You'll Do:

 Duties will include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Perform mapping related research, boundary analysis, calculations, exhibits, and legal descriptions for a variety of land development and public works related projects from small infill developments to large master-planned communities and 
  • Review construction plans and perform calculations for layout staking and prepare exhibits.
  • Perform survey data processing and review of field work for projects.
  • Compile topographic information, compute and manipulate digital terrain models for topographic mapping.
  • Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of final maps, parcel maps, record of survey and ALTA maps; and prepare and/or oversee preparation of legal descriptions and associated plats, and boundary analysis, as well as work closely with engineers to ensure coordination of technical surveying and engineering aspects of a project. 
  • Perform or assist with field work for surveying projects of all types. 

What You Need to Succeed:

  •  1-2+ year of experience in mapping or field surveying 
  • Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD/CIVIL3D 
  • Experience dimensioning, labeling, and plotting 
  • Experience in processing field data files

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $18-$25 an hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

Why Choose Us:

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

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