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How much do traveling surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for traveling 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 traveling surveyor?

Traveling Surveyors are professionals who travel to various locations to measure land, collect data, and assess property boundaries or construction sites. Their work involves using specialized equipment like GPS, total stations, and drones to gather accurate measurements. Traveling Surveyors often work on projects such as mapping, construction, land development, and environmental studies. They play a crucial role in ensuring that land and property records are accurate and up-to-date.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a traveling surveyor?

To thrive as a Traveling Surveyor, you need a solid background in land surveying, mathematics, and geospatial measurement, often supported by a degree in surveying or a related field and professional licensure. Familiarity with GPS equipment, total stations, GIS software, and CAD systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills, especially when working with diverse teams and clients in varied locations. These skills and tools ensure accurate data collection, compliance with regulations, and successful project delivery in ever-changing environments.

What challenges do traveling surveyors face in the field, and how can they prepare for them?

Traveling Surveyors often encounter challenges such as working in remote or unfamiliar locations, dealing with varying weather conditions, and adapting to different terrains. Effective preparation includes ensuring all surveying equipment is well-maintained and suitable for travel, planning logistics in advance, and maintaining strong communication with team members and local contacts. Flexibility and strong problem-solving skills are essential, as unexpected obstacles—like site access issues or technical problems—can arise. Building experience and keeping up-to-date with the latest surveying technology can help Traveling Surveyors manage these challenges efficiently.
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Infographic showing various Traveling Surveyor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,746 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Traveling Surveyor (Independence Excavating)

DiGeronimo Companies

Sterling, VA

$75K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Traveling Land Surveyor

Independence Excavating is looking to hire a full time Land Surveyor that will be responsible for preparing and reviewing data for field crews. The Surveyor will be preparing and approving cut sheets and as-builts on construction projects.

Who is IX?

From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 65 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/

What do we believe in?

PEOPLE:

Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE:

Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.

COMMUNITY:

Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

A typical day looks like:

  • Producing and verifying cut sheets
  • Overseeing and coordinating the initial layout at the job site and provides continuous monitoring of the same
  • Providing work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of material by crafts, i.e.,
  • Providing checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques
  • Providing topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities
  • Supervising Surveying Technician and Surveying Trainee personnel
  • Regularly making important decisions on interpreting drawings and specifications and applying them to the physical layout at the job site.

Do you have what it takes?

  • Minimum HS Diploma. Additional training and/or related certificate preferred
  • Minimum five years of previous related experience
  • Comfort level with Trimble GPS equipment, Trimble machine control, Trimble total station setup, ect.
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Ability to build surfaces for GPS equipment
  • Utilize and have a thorough understanding of surveying practices and equipment use
  • Must have good math skills
  • Must be able to verbally communicate instructions and plans well with all internal and external contacts
  • Must be able to effectively communicate rationale behind decisions made
  • Work must be performed carefully and with great accuracy
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • This is a field and office position- willingness to work outside and in all weather conditions
  • Local travel to job sites required
  • Occasional overtime may be necessary during peak times

Why IX?

  • Weekly Competitive Pay!
  • Excellent Benefits:
    • Medical
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • FSA & HSA
    • Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
    • Short-term and Long-term Disability
    • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Paid Holidays and PTO
  • 401(k) + Company match
  • Paid corporate training program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
  • Family-owned and operated since 1956

Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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