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How much do consultant surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for consultant 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 a consultant surveyor?

Consultant Surveyors are professionals who provide expert advice and services related to land, property, and construction projects. They often assist clients in areas such as property valuation, building surveys, project management, and regulatory compliance. Their role involves offering independent guidance to help clients make informed decisions about property investments, development, or management. Consultant Surveyors may work with individuals, businesses, or government organizations across various sectors.

How does a consultant surveyor typically collaborate with clients and other stakeholders during a project?

As a Consultant Surveyor, you will regularly engage with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure that every aspect of a project aligns with both regulatory standards and client expectations. Collaboration often involves attending site meetings, providing expert advice, and preparing comprehensive reports or recommendations. Clear communication and negotiation skills are essential, as you may need to address client concerns, resolve disputes, and facilitate agreements between different parties. Building strong professional relationships is key to ensuring successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consultant surveyor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Consultant Surveyor, you need a solid background in property valuation, land and building regulations, and project management, typically supported by a degree in surveying or a related field and professional accreditation such as RICS. Familiarity with industry-standard software like AutoCAD, GIS systems, and property management databases is often required. Strong analytical thinking, negotiation skills, and effective client communication set top-performing surveyors apart. These skills are crucial for providing accurate advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering value to clients in complex property projects.

What is the difference between Consultant Surveyor vs Building Surveyor?

AspectConsultant SurveyorBuilding Surveyor
QualificationsTypically RICS accredited, with degrees in surveying or related fieldsSimilar qualifications, often RICS accredited, with focus on building pathology and regulations
Work EnvironmentAdvises clients on property, development, and investment projectsInspects and assesses buildings for condition, compliance, and repairs
Employer & IndustryConsulting firms, property developers, real estate agenciesPublic sector, private firms, property management companies

Consultant Surveyors primarily advise clients on property and development projects, while Building Surveyors focus on inspecting and assessing building conditions. Both roles require similar qualifications and often work within the same industry sectors, but their core responsibilities differ, with Consultant Surveyors emphasizing advisory services and Building Surveyors concentrating on building assessments.

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Infographic showing various Consultant Surveyor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,746 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

07705 - Land Surveyor Supv

Dublin, VA • On-site

Virginia Department of Transportation
5 - 10K employees
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$65K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Virginia Department Of Transportation rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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597th of 858 rated public administrative organizations

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Supervise a survey office or district survey unit. Conduct professional land surveying services (location, construction, right of way, utility and condemnation surveys) for a wide range of transportation projects in support of VDOT construction and maintenance programs. Ensure all survey work is in compliance with VDOT policies and procedures and APELSCIDLA rules and regulations. Responsible for signing and sealing survey work (responsible charge) under LS licensure. Secure data through the use of a wide range of field survey equipment.
How you will contribute:
  • Computer Skills: Establish and apply procedures to manage the history, locations, access and format of survey related project files. Complete work processes using multiple survey, CADD, and digital terrain modeling software, as well as other non-CADD applications.
  • Engineering Survey and Technical Assistance: Conduct a wide range of professional land surveying activities for transportation projects from scoping through post-construction. Prepare technical reports for the public or private sector. Plan, supervise and execute special survey requests from Residencies, Right of Way, Environmental agencies, Traffic Engineering and consultants.
  • Project Management: Develop a list of construction activities and estimate the costs for state or contractor construction surveying. Perform survey functions in accordance with project scheduling, tasks and in support of VDOT programs. Complete construction stake outs based on project schedule. Coordinate projects and manpower with District Survey Manager.
  • Responsible Charge and Quality Control: Sign and seal survey plans as licensed land surveyor. Perform quality control reviews, both in the field and office, to ensure survey products are accurate and depict the project controls and data to support project. View plans or plats at different developmental stages for compliance to standards.

    • What will make you successful:
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects with emphasis on project principles of scope, time, quality and budget.
  • Ability to implement appropriate project management practices to support budget compliance and project deadlines.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations using algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to provide daily supervision to work crews following all applicable policies, procedures and processes in a field or office environment.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans, deeds, plats, road and bridge standards, and property records.
  • Ability to review consultant survey data provided to the department.
  • Knowledge of professional land surveying principles and practices, APELSCIDLA Board rules and regulations, and VDOT policies and procedures related to surveying.
  • Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices to include performance management and discipline.
  • Skill in providing exemplary customer service.
  • Skill in the use of field surveying equipment, computers, CADD, GPS and the processing of survey data.

    • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects with emphasis on project principles of scope, time, quality and budget.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations using algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans, deeds, plats, road and bridge standards, and property records.
  • Land Surveyor's License.
  • Skill in the use of field surveying equipment, computers, CADD, GPS and the processing of survey data.
  • Valid driver's license.

    • Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying or related field desired.
  • Ability to implement appropriate project management practices to support budget compliance and project deadlines.
  • Ability to review consultant survey data provided to VDOT.

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    VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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    About Us
    VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
    In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
    Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
    Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:
    • Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
    • DMV Record Check
    • Work History Verification
    • References
    • Pre-employment physical
    • Drug screen

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