Land Survey Technician
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
Background in modern survey methods including use of robotic total stations, data collectors, Trimble Business Center and GPS/VRS * Strong attention to details and accuracy * Experience with AutoCAD ...
Land Survey Technician
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
Background in modern survey methods including use of robotic total stations, data collectors, Trimble Business Center and GPS/VRS * Strong attention to details and accuracy * Experience with AutoCAD ...
Survey Project Manager
Apex, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
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Survey Project Manager
Apex, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
Survey Project Manager
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
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Survey Project Manager
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
Survey Crew Chief
Riviera Beach, FL · On-site
Proficiency in Land Surveying methods, Boundary Surveys, and ALTA Surveys * Trimble knowledge is a must * Experience conducting Construction Surveys and accurate survey calculations using Total ...
Survey Crew Chief
Riviera Beach, FL · On-site
Proficiency in Land Surveying methods, Boundary Surveys, and ALTA Surveys * Trimble knowledge is a must * Experience conducting Construction Surveys and accurate survey calculations using Total ...
Survey Project Manager
Apex, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
Survey Project Manager
Apex, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
Survey Manager
Palm Desert, CA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
Palm Desert, CA · On-site
$150K - $180K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
$150K - $180K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
$150K - $180K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
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Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
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Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Manager
San Diego, CA · On-site
$140K - $170K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Determine the appropriate survey methods and tools for data collection (e.g., questionnaires, GPS, total stations, LiDAR, etc.). * Ensure data collection procedures are carried out accurately and ...
Survey Crew Chief
Bismarck, ND · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Gathers field survey data through the use of conventional surveying and GPS methods. * Researches existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements and right of way ...
Survey Crew Chief
Bismarck, ND · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Gathers field survey data through the use of conventional surveying and GPS methods. * Researches existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements and right of way ...
Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
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Survey Party Chief
Broomfield, CO · On-site
The qualified candidate must stay acquainted with the latest surveying methods and be open to adapt to new equipment and technologies. Responsibilities: * Work as a one-two man survey crew performing ...
Survey Crew Chief
Bismarck, ND · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Gathers field survey data through the use of conventional surveying and GPS methods. * Researches existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements and right of way ...
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Survey Crew Chief
Bismarck, ND · On-site
$35 - $45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Gathers field survey data through the use of conventional surveying and GPS methods. * Researches existing record information, including record maps, plans, deeds, easements and right of way ...
Survey Project Manager (Relocation Assistance Available)
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
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Survey Project Manager (Relocation Assistance Available)
Wilmington, NC · On-site
$36/hr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Choose appropriate surveying methodologies each project. * Provide technical expertise and guidance to surveying staff. * Ensure clients are satisfied with the surveying services provided.
Director of Survey
$125K - $175K/yr
... surveying methodologies, champion excellence across the team - Coordinate across departments to support integrated project delivery and foster a collaborative divisional culture Job Requirements ...
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Director of Survey
$125K - $175K/yr
... surveying methodologies, champion excellence across the team - Coordinate across departments to support integrated project delivery and foster a collaborative divisional culture Job Requirements ...
Senior Survey Crew Chief
Fargo, ND · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Learn and follow surveying methods and standards as required by state and public agencies. * Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers and engineers on a consistent basis by ...
Senior Survey Crew Chief
Fargo, ND · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Learn and follow surveying methods and standards as required by state and public agencies. * Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers and engineers on a consistent basis by ...
Senior Survey Crew Chief
Fargo, ND · On-site
$10K - $120K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Learn and follow surveying methods and standards as required by state and public agencies. * Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers and engineers on a consistent basis by ...
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Senior Survey Crew Chief
Fargo, ND · On-site
$10K - $120K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Learn and follow surveying methods and standards as required by state and public agencies. * Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers and engineers on a consistent basis by ...
Survey Party Chief
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
Troubleshoot field issues and adjust survey methods in consultation with Survey Group Leader Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): * Minimum Education: High school or equivalent.
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Survey Party Chief
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
Troubleshoot field issues and adjust survey methods in consultation with Survey Group Leader Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): * Minimum Education: High school or equivalent.
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How much do survey methodologist jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey methodologist in the United States is $52.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $52.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a survey methodologist?
Survey methodologists are professionals who design, conduct, and analyze surveys to ensure accurate and reliable data collection. They specialize in developing survey questions, selecting appropriate sampling methods, and minimizing bias and errors in the data collection process. Survey methodologists work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, research organizations, and private companies, to support decision-making and research with high-quality survey data.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a survey methodologist?
To thrive as a Survey Methodologist, you need expertise in statistical analysis, research design, and sampling methods, usually supported by an advanced degree in statistics, social science, or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R, and experience with survey platforms like Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in interpreting data and presenting findings to stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate survey design, reliable data collection, and meaningful insights for decision-making.
How does a survey methodologist typically collaborate with other departments during a research project?
Survey Methodologists often work closely with data analysts, subject matter experts, and project managers throughout the research process. They design survey instruments in consultation with stakeholders to ensure questions align with project goals, and collaborate with IT or data processing teams to implement online or paper surveys. Regular communication with field staff is also crucial to monitor data collection quality and address issues as they arise. This collaborative environment ensures that survey results are robust, relevant, and actionable.
What is the difference between Survey Methodologist vs Data Analyst?
| Aspect | Survey Methodologist | Data Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor’s or Master’s in statistics, social sciences, or related fields; certifications in survey design | Bachelor’s or Master’s in statistics, data science, or related fields; often certifications in data analysis tools |
| Work Environment | Research firms, government agencies, academic institutions focusing on survey design and methodology | Business, marketing, or research departments analyzing data for insights |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Primarily in survey research, social sciences, market research | Across industries including marketing, finance, healthcare, and tech |
While both roles involve data handling, a Survey Methodologist specializes in designing and improving survey instruments and methodologies, ensuring data quality. A Data Analyst focuses on interpreting data, creating reports, and deriving insights from datasets. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.
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Job description
At EMCS, we understand that the survey profession is an important facet of our lives. From property boundaries to infrastructure, surveyors impact each of us more than most people realize. We are looking for a land survey technician who is interested in improving daily lives through quality survey.
Survey field work is primarily focused on transportation projects and includes topographic surveys, right-of-way surveys, highway design surveys, construction layout and boundary surveys. Office work includes point and data management, calculations and the preparation of Transportation Project Plats, Traditional Right-of-way Plats, Plat of Surveys and Certified Survey Maps. Occasional overnight travel is required.
Requirements
Survey field work is primarily focused on transportation projects and includes topographic surveys, right-of-way surveys, highway design surveys, construction layout and boundary surveys. Office work includes point and data management, calculations and the preparation of Transportation Project Plats, Traditional Right-of-way Plats, Plat of Surveys and Certified Survey Maps. Occasional overnight travel is required.
Requirements
- AS or BS degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Previous work experience in land surveying
- Background in modern survey methods including use of robotic total stations, data collectors, Trimble Business Center and GPS/VRS
- Strong attention to details and accuracy
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D a plus
- WisDOT project experience is a plus
- Valid driver's license