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How much do survey testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey testing in New York is $33.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.54 and $39.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or surveys will I typically be testing in a survey testing role?

As a Survey Testing specialist, you may work on a wide range of projects, including market research surveys, employee engagement assessments, customer feedback instruments, or academic research questionnaires. Your responsibilities will include identifying technical glitches, verifying question flow, ensuring accurate data capture, and reviewing for clarity and bias. You'll often collaborate with survey designers, data analysts, and sometimes clients to address issues and suggest improvements. Over time, exposure to different survey types and methodologies can help you develop specialized expertise and advance into senior or supervisory positions.

What is survey testing?

A Survey Testing job involves evaluating surveys for clarity, accuracy, and functionality before they are distributed to respondents. This process ensures that questions are easy to understand, the survey flows logically, and there are no technical issues in online survey platforms. Survey testers analyze question wording, response options, and overall usability to identify potential issues. Their work helps improve data quality by minimizing respondent confusion and errors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in survey testing, and why are they important?

To excel in Survey Testing, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with survey development and data analysis are essential, often supported by a background in social science, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with survey platforms (such as Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey), testing frameworks, and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS or R) are commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities help candidates pinpoint and explain issues while working across teams. These competencies ensure the integrity of survey instruments and lead to accurate, actionable data for decision-making.

Infographic showing various Survey Testing job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $70,677 per year, or $34 per hour.

$31 - $46/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an energetic, adaptable and solution oriented Crew Chief in New York who will be able to take and follow instructions but also be able to think independently.
Join our Survey/Geospatial team, which offers a full range of survey and geospatial data and mapping services that enable us to collect data faster, safer, and more accurately than ever before. Collect data from the air, ground and subsurface to provide precision data interpretation with us and accelerate YOUR success to become tomorrow's industry leader.
Responsibilities
  • Plan and perform advanced field surveys within the defined project scope and budget, using the most efficient methods, and in accordance with applicable standards of practice.
  • Interact with project site supervisors and client field representatives.
  • Prepare accurate, detailed field notes and reports of daily activity in a timely manner.
  • Perform in-field calculations for construction stakeout and various land surveys with minimal assistance from office support team.
  • Prepare or receive from the PM, the Health, and Safety Checklists. Review and instruct other crew personnel on all safety hazards, PPE, etc. associated with the work being performed.
  • Maintain, transport, and operate the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
  • Operate and maintain the survey vehicle in accordance with the Company vehicle manual.
  • Mentor and train junior field staff to facilitate career advancement.
  • Projects include: NYDOT design and ROW surveys, utility surveys, 3D scanning, Horizontal and vertical control surveys, construction layout, residential and commercial properties, Topographic surveys, aerial ground control surveys, Boundary and ALTA surveys.

Qualifications
  • 5+ years of field survey experience and at least 2+ year of experience as a Crew Chief, or equivalent knowledge.
  • Candidates must be proficient with data collectors, data collection techniques, robotic instruments, conventional field note-keeping, total stations and leveling.
  • Experience with or ability to learn the use of 3D scanners.
  • Candidate must be a self-starter, with little need for supervision once provided with a work assignment.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • A valid driver's license and clean driving record required. MVR will be checked and monitored.
  • Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $31-$46 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

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About Colliers Engineering & Design

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Colliers Engineering & Design, an affiliate of Colliers, is a trusted provider of multi-discipline engineering and architecture, design and consulting services to public and private sector clients. Headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey with offices throughout the United States, we specialize in providing a comprehensive suite of services including civil/site, architecture, transportation, survey/geospatial, infrastructure, governmental, geotechnical/environmental, telecommunications, utilities/energy and project management. We employ professionals who utilize the most advanced technologies to deliver customized solutions for our clients.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Holmdel, NJ, US

Year founded

1984