What is a land Surveyor?

Land surveyors determine and verify boundaries of property, create maps and plan the development of land. They work for government agencies, construction companies, architectural and engineering firms and utility services. There also are many surveying companies which provide contract services to these organizations.

Duties to be adhered to


Surveyors travel to work sites and then, using specialized equipment, they measure and record any land features such as contour, location and elevation.

Another duty of land surveyors is determining property boundaries when definitive legal documentation is not available. They use precise mapping tools, knowledge of laws, rules of evidence and local standards of practice.


Serves as responsible surveyor in charge over complex assignments in a survey
program under the direction of a managerial level supervisor or above. Also makes topographical surveys and site surveys for the development and/or clean up of contaminated recreational facilities, and the design of buildings, roads, and bridges.

Makes topographical surveys and site surveys for the development and/or clean up of

contaminated recreational facilities, and the design of buildings, roads, and bridges. Maintains records and prepares reports appropriate to the classification and other nonessential

functions as required.

To become a successful Land Surveyor, one should have the

-Ability to communicate effectively with others.

-Ability to use surveying instruments.

-Ability to reduce and plot field notes to make computations required.

-Ability to make engineering sketches, maps and drawings.

-Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

-Ability to maintain favorable public relations.

-Ability to maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work.

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