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Job Summary Performs an active role in a full range of surveying and civil engineering supervisory capacities and administrative duties related to employees and contractors. As well as consultation ...

Job Summary Performs an active role in a full range of surveying and civil engineering supervisory capacities and administrative duties related to employees and contractors. As well as consultation ...

Supervisor Gas Labor

Winchester, VA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

The Leak Survey Supervisor reports directly to the Operations Center Manager. In this role, the ideal candidate will manage the workflow of their employees, creating team schedules and delegating ...

Overview The Surveyor provides surveying service to company supervisors and craftsmen to ensure that the construction work complies with design drawing location. Provides work control lines and ...

More information about this job Overview The Surveyor provides surveying service to company supervisors and craftsmen to ensure that the construction work complies with design drawing location.

Field Surveyor

Dayton, OH · On-site

$80K - $109K/yr

Responsibilities may include: providing professional surveying services (i.e., gather, analyze, interpret & certify survey data for projects); supervising assigned survey field crew on quality and ...

As a Plumbing Surveyor Field Supervisor, you will play a vital role in overseeing and managing plumbing projects for our clients. With a strong focus on program and project management, our company is ...

As a Plumbing Surveyor Field Supervisor, you will play a vital role in overseeing and managing plumbing projects for our clients. With a strong focus on program and project management, our company is ...

Communicate with supervisors, owners, and contractors to schedule the survey team as needed to meet the demands of projects. * Work with managers, crews, and owners to help assure quality delivery of ...

As a Plumbing Surveyor Field Supervisor, you will play a vital role in overseeing and managing plumbing projects for our clients. With a strong focus on program and project management, our company is ...

Oversee the internal Asset Survey Specialists and external survey resources assigned. Perform ... Serve as point-of-contact and collaborates with Construction Supervisors, Work Group Leaders ...

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How much do surveyor supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for surveyor supervisor in the United States is $89,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Surveyor Supervisor vs Surveyor?

AspectSurveyor SupervisorSurveyor
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant surveying certification or license, with supervisory experienceRequires surveying certifications or licenses, but less emphasis on leadership experience
Work EnvironmentOversees survey teams on-site, manages projects, and ensures accuracyPerforms field surveys, collects data, and prepares reports
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in construction, engineering, and land development firms for team leadershipFound in similar industries, focusing on data collection and mapping

The Surveyor Supervisor role involves overseeing survey teams and managing projects, requiring leadership skills and supervisory certifications. In contrast, a Surveyor primarily conducts field surveys and data collection. Both roles require surveying credentials, but the supervisor position emphasizes team management and project oversight.

What are some common challenges faced by surveyor supervisors when managing field teams, and how can they be addressed?

Surveyor Supervisors often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple field teams, ensuring data accuracy, and adapting to unpredictable site conditions. Effective communication and clear delegation of responsibilities help maintain workflow and minimize errors. Utilizing modern survey technology and regular training sessions also contribute to improved efficiency and team performance. Building strong relationships with staff and fostering a collaborative environment are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring project success.

What is a surveyor supervisor?

Surveyor Supervisors are professionals who oversee a team of surveyors conducting land, construction, or engineering surveys. They are responsible for planning survey projects, ensuring the accuracy of measurements, and managing the workflow of their team. Surveyor Supervisors also review survey data, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Their work is crucial in construction, land development, and mapping projects where precise measurements are required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surveyor supervisor?

To thrive as a Surveyor Supervisor, you need a solid background in surveying principles, land measurement, and project management, usually supported by a degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field and relevant licensure. Proficiency with surveying instruments (such as total stations and GPS), CAD software, and data management systems is essential. Leadership, strong communication, and problem-solving skills help manage teams and resolve field challenges effectively. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate project execution, regulatory compliance, and efficient team coordination.
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What states have the most Surveyor Supervisor jobs?

States with the most job openings for Surveyor Supervisor jobs include:

Infographic showing various Surveyor Supervisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,188 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Supervising Surveyor

CenterPoint Energy

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


CenterPoint Energy rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. 

Job Summary

Performs an active role in a full range of surveying and civil engineering supervisory capacities and administrative duties related to employees and contractors.  As well as consultation and advisory for Land Surveying and GIS topics for the organization.

Essential Functions
  • Responsible for all Surveying and Geomatics operations for CenterPoint Energy.
  • Provides supervision, coaching, and mentoring to junior and reporting personnel.  Exercises disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Establishes, reviews, and improves business and technical processes in areas of responsibility. 
  • Actively pursues initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of services provided to internal and external customers.
  • Leads technical reviews of Surveying and Geomatics technology and prepares report on findings and recommendations.
  • Establishes measures and KPIs for production, performance, and workload.
  • Supervises staff and contractors, and leads acquisition related survey activities with individual landowners, companies, corporations, federal, state, and local governmental agencies.
  • Represents Company as a liaison with municipalities, governmental, and regulatory agencies to insure compliance with land acquisition and easement requirements.
  • Possesses an advanced understanding of property rights, land rights, acquisition, and property transactions.
  • Facilitates and leads activities involving real estate, construction, and associated documents.
  • Reviews and recommends changes to legal documents utilized in land acquisition and management of company's real property assets.
Essential Functions Continued
  • Initiates and/or participates on cross functional business unit teams.
  • Coordinates with outside staffing and contract resources, where needed.
  • Engages and coordinates with Contractors and Consultants to ensures the scope, quality, and consistency of work.
  • Appears as expert professional witness in legal proceedings.
  • Dedicated to meeting customer and business requirements.
  • Reviews and approves field and office work of junior staff as applicable.
  • Coordinates the preparation and presentation of technical and business documents.
  • Consults and supports management on technical matters related to surveying & right-of-way.
  • Manage within budgetary constraints, develop and implement cost controls, evaluate and recommend changes to fee schedules for charges related to services and grants of property rights.
Education Description
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in, Business, Geometrics, Surveying, Engineering, GIS, or related discipline from an accredited college/university or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
  • Must be a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) in the State of Texas.
Experience
  • Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Surveying, Real Estate, GIS, or Civil Engineering with specialization in Land and Title Rights, and Document Management or equivalent education.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 
 

What we bring to you

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 08/05/2026
Posting End Date: 08/21/2026


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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