Surveyor jobs
Full Time
Instrument Technician I
Omaha, NE
Instrument Technician I — Omaha, NE. Perform hands-on field surveying for commercial and civil construction projects using GNSS and robotic total stations. You’ll spend most of your time in the field doing layout, staking, grade checks, topographic data collection and as-built documentation. This role is for someone who works well outdoors, follows plans closely, keeps accurate field records, and communicates clearly with crews and supervisors. You’ll support project quality and schedule by delivering precise survey data and layout for construction teams.
Full Time
Civil Machine Control Modeler
Cary, NC
Surveyor — Civil Machine Control Modeler based in Cary, NC. Join a survey CAD team supporting heavy civil projects (pharma, data centers, warehouses) across the Carolinas. You’ll build and manage GPS machine control models and deliver accurate files to crews and equipment in the field. This is a hands-on technical role: working in Trimble Business Center and other CAD tools to create subgrade and finished-grade surfaces, interpret civil plans for grading and underground utilities, process UAS/photogrammetry data, and support as-built CAD drafting and survey computations. Expect regular coordination with survey project managers and field crews, strict version control, and timely model distribution to job sites.
Full Time
Civil Surveyor — Pampa, TX (Data Center)
Pampa, TX
Join a field-focused survey crew building a large data center in Pampa, TX. This role is hands-on: you’ll run GPS and total station equipment, perform construction staking and topographic surveys, and keep accurate records through every phase of construction. You’ll work closely with engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors to verify grades and layout, solve field issues, and maintain safety while working outdoors. This position requires attention to detail, reliable field skills, and the ability to travel to site locations as needed.
Per Diem
Civil Surveyor — Pampa, TX
Pampa, TX · $30+/hr
Civil Surveyor needed on a large-scale data center construction in Pampa, TX. This is hands-on field work: you’ll run surveys, verify elevations and grades, perform layout and staking, and keep measurements accurate through all phases of construction. Pay starts at $30+/hr with per diem. You’ll work on an active site alongside concrete, civil, and utility crews. Expect outdoor work, travel to site, and a steady schedule while the project is active. Strong attention to detail, safe work habits, and reliable equipment operation are a must.
Full Time
Survey Party Chief (Lead Surveyor)
MS · Up to $40/hr
Survey Party Chief — Lead survey party chief overseeing field layout, safety, and quality on construction and industrial sites in MS. You will supervise survey crews, plan daily tasks, run toolbox talks, and ensure accurate layout and documentation per project specs and drawings. This is a hands-on lead role. Expect to run instruments (total station/GNSS), perform and check layout, track quantities, coordinate tools/materials, review timecards, and complete crew performance reviews. Pay up to $40/hr plus overtime; work can include irregular hours, heights, confined spaces, and outdoor conditions.
Per Diem
Surveyor Foreman / Party Chief
Vicksburg, MS · $30-$38/hr
Journeyman-level Surveyor Foreman / Party Chief needed in Vicksburg, MS to lead survey crews on an industrial/power project. You’ll run layout and quality checks, supervise and train the crew, and make sure work follows project drawings and safety rules. This is a 6-month assignment (potential to extend) working Monday–Friday on 5x10s, day shift. Pay is $34/hr plus $100/day per diem if you live 50+ miles from site. Total Station experience and industrial surveying background are required.
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Surveyor Instrument Man (Journeyman)
Abilene, TX · $36-$40/hr
Join a long-term industrial/data center project in Abilene, TX as a Journeyman Surveyor Instrument Man. This 24-month role offers steady hours, heavy overtime potential, and competitive pay ($36–$40/hr) plus a $130/day per diem for candidates commuting 50+ miles. You will support the Party Chief with layout, measurements, and operation of survey instruments. Expect hands-on field work — setting up total stations and GPS, marking elevations/grades, brush cutting, staking, and checking work to meet project standards. Reliable, safety-first candidates with strong instrument experience are encouraged to apply.
Full Time
Surveyor
Nationwide
Work as a Surveyor on civil construction and infrastructure projects across the U.S. You’ll perform field measurements, set layout, and confirm locations and elevations so crews can build to plan. This is hands-on work outdoors — reading plans, operating survey instruments, and communicating results to foremen and crews. Nationwide assignments with regular travel and project rotations. Pay is hourly and based on experience; overtime and per diem/pay for overnight travel are available. We’re looking for practical, safety-conscious people who can read civil drawings, run total stations/GPS, and keep accurate records on site.
Full Time
Lead Surveyor
Nationwide
Lead Surveyor needed to supervise survey crews on construction and industrial sites across the country. This is a hands-on role: you’ll perform layout and quality checks to the latest drawings and specs, then lead the crew to complete the work safely, on time and to standard. You’ll plan daily tasks, train and coach crew members, manage tools and materials, and keep accurate production and time records. Expect varied conditions—heights, confined spaces, changing weather—and travel to multiple project sites nationwide.
Per Diem
Surveyor Instrument Man
TX · $36-$40/hr
Join a Texas-based field crew as a Surveyor Instrument Man running total stations and Trimble equipment. This hands-on role pays $36–$40/hr plus a $130/day per diem on days worked. You'll be out in the field doing layout, control shots, and data collection on civil and land surveying projects. We want experienced instrument operators with 5+ years running survey gear who can hit the ground running. Position is per diem with steady assignments across Texas and is open to workers willing to relocate for the work.
Full Time
Surveyor - Rayville, LA
Rayville, LA · Up to $40/hr
Surveyor needed in or near Rayville, LA. This is hands-on field work using GPS, total station and drone equipment to run boundary, topographic and construction layout surveys. Pay up to $40/hr depending on experience. You’ll spend most of your time on local job sites: setting control points, staking layouts, capturing aerial data with drones, and turning field notes into accurate survey deliverables. This role suits someone who’s comfortable working outside, reading civil drawings, and solving on-site layout problems quickly and safely.
Full Time
Surveyor — Trimble/Topcon, Traveling Solar Projects
Nationwide
Join a traveling field crew as a Surveyor on utility-scale solar farm projects across the country. You’ll spend most days on site operating Trimble or Topcon survey systems, laying out PV array components, collecting topo and control data, and working directly with installation crews to keep projects moving. This role is for hands-on surveyors with at least 2+ years of field experience who are comfortable with frequent travel and rough site conditions. Renewable energy or solar experience is a strong plus. You’ll need to be dependable, safety-minded, and able to deliver clean field notes and accurate layouts under schedule pressure.
Per Diem
Surveyor (Journeyman / Party Chief) — Abilene, TX
Abilene, TX
Seeking an experienced Surveyor (Journeyman, Party Chief, or Technician) based in Abilene, TX for a per diem role that requires travel across Texas. You’ll perform land and property surveys for construction and engineering projects, collect accurate field data, and work with crews and engineers to support site layout and staking. This is hands-on field work: operate GPS, total stations, lasers, levels and transit equipment, interpret drawings and blueprints, and produce reliable field notes and data. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of field surveying experience, can work independently or as part of a crew, and are ready for frequent travel and overnight assignments.
Full Time
Surveying Journeyman
Abilene, TX
Join our crew as a Surveying Journeyman in Abilene, TX. You’ll use 3–5 years of hands-on surveying experience to support a variety of field assignments — from property and boundary surveys to site layout and construction staking. This role requires travel to Abilene and offers steady fieldwork with opportunities to expand your skills and move up. You’ll work outdoors with a small team, run instruments, collect and verify survey data, and help translate drawings into accurate field work. If you’re dependable, comfortable with travel, and want practical, career-forward experience, this is a solid step up.
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Surveyor Assistant
Abilene, TX
Join a field crew as a Surveyor Assistant in Abilene, TX. You’ll support the Party Chief on construction and industrial projects by performing layout, measurements, and hands-on site work. This is active outdoor work — expect varied terrain, weather, and industrial job sites. Day-to-day you’ll set up and maintain survey instruments, mark elevations and grades, cut brush, carry stakes and pins, and verify work meets standards. This is a per diem position that requires reliable transportation, basic surveying skills, and the ability to work irregular hours, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Per Diem
Survey Rodman/Instrument Man
Louisville, KY · $20-$20/hr
Join a civil highway and bridge construction crew in Louisville, KY as a Survey Rodman/Instrument Man. This is an entry-level helper position paying $20/hr for a consistent 50-hour workweek (Monday–Friday). You will work on major infrastructure projects with steady hours and a clear path to move up in the surveying trade. We will train the right candidate and provide hands-on mentorship in field surveying tasks, instrument operation, and site layout. This is a long-term project with the potential to transfer to other projects after completion. Note: No per diem or travel assistance is provided at this time.
Full Time
Surveyor Party Chief / Surveyor Journeyman
Nationwide
Join our crew as a Surveyor Party Chief or Surveyor Journeyman working on industrial and heavy industrial construction projects across the country. You’ll run Trimble/GPS equipment, perform site layout and control work, and deliver accurate field measurements that crews rely on. We need hands-on field people with 3+ years’ experience who can work independently on complex jobs and also communicate with foremen, engineers and other trades. Travel to project sites nationwide — steady, project-based work with opportunities for overtime and advancement.
Full Time
Surveyor Foreman — Nationwide
Nationwide · Up to $34/hr
Lead and supervise survey and craft crews on construction and industrial sites across the country. This hands-on foreman role pays up to $34/hr and puts you in charge of layout accuracy, safety compliance, material coordination, and crew performance. You will plan daily tasks, train and motivate crew members, run toolbox talks, check quality against drawings, report progress and quantities, and complete performance reviews. Work is outdoors and in challenging site conditions — expect travel, irregular hours, and pre-access testing.
Full Time
Lead Surveyor
MD · $20-$40/hr
Lead and coordinate surveying for heavy civil construction projects across Maryland. You’ll run day-to-day layout, manage a small survey crew, keep projects on schedule, and make sure work meets specs and quality standards. This is a hands-on role: expect to work in the field using Terramodel, Trimble Business Center and Trimble GPS equipment, coordinate with project teams, and handle customer and inspector relations. Competitive pay ($22–$24/hr based on experience) plus benefits, annual bonus opportunities and 401(k).
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Surveyor
Atlanta, LA · Up to $45/hr
Join a field crew in Atlanta, LA as a Surveyor working on construction sites. You’ll run Trimble GPS and related gear to take measurements, verify structure locations, and guide layout so crews can build to plan. This is a per diem role paying up to $45/hr. You’ll work closely with foremen, engineers, and tradespeople, performing site surveys, mapping, and as-built checks from start to finish. The job is hands-on: move gear, record notes, read plans, and keep equipment clean and calibrated.
Full Time
Surveyor (Layout Technician)
Houston, TX
Join a Houston-based construction layout team as a hands-on Surveyor / Layout Technician. You’ll run and maintain Trimble or Leica instruments, collect and verify field data, and lay out control and construction points to keep projects accurate and on schedule. This role is field-first — expect outdoor work on civil sites with varied terrain and tasks. You’ll work directly with crews and project teams to interpret plans, resolve field conflicts, and document as-built conditions. Technicians who show strong technical skill and leadership may take on more complex layout responsibilities and lead layout operations on larger jobsites.
Per Diem
Surveyor Journeyman / Party Chief
Abilene, TX
Surveyor Journeyman needed in Abilene, TX for a per diem field role. You will lead small survey crews, set up and operate survey equipment, and ensure accurate data collection for land and property surveys across Texas. This is a hands-on position for experienced Party Chiefs who can read civil and technical drawings, manage field crews, maintain equipment, and communicate clearly with office staff and clients. Expect daily travel between sites and per diem pay for work away from home.
Full Time
Surveyor — Port Arthur, TX
Port Arthur, TX
Join a hands-on survey crew in Port Arthur handling land, aerial and hydrographic projects. This role splits time between fieldwork on coastal and inland sites and office tasks preparing plats and CAD deliverables. Expect outdoor work, travel within the region, and occasional early starts to match tides and survey windows. Pay range $28–$40/hr DOE with overtime. Ideal candidate has practical field surveying experience, reads civil and technical drawings, and can operate GPS/RTK, total stations, and hydrographic equipment. Clean driving record and the ability to work in hot, wet, and windy conditions required.
Per Diem
Surveyor — Abilene, TX (Per Diem)
Abilene, TX
Join our crew in Abilene as a per diem Surveyor assisting the Party Chief with precise layout and measurement for construction and industrial projects. You will use both manual tools (chains, plumb bob, stakes) and electronic instruments (total station, GPS) to gather site data, mark elevations, and help establish grades. This is hands-on field work in varied outdoor conditions — you’ll cut brush, carry stakes, set pins, and work at heights or in confined areas as needed. If you have industrial or power-plant survey experience, can read civil drawings, and follow written and verbal instructions on site, we want you on the team.
Per Diem
Surveyor
Greenville, NC · Up to $54/hr
Join our crew as a Surveyor in Greenville, NC. This is a hands-on, field-facing role doing layouts, setting grades and working lines, and leading small survey crews. Pay is up to $54/hr and this is a per diem position for contractors who can travel and work on site. You will spend most days outside operating total stations, digital levels and data collectors, reading drawings on-site, and coordinating with crews and subcontractors. The role requires solid technical survey skills, strong communication, the ability to lift up to 70 lbs, work at heights, and follow strict safety and drug-free policies.