Surveyors/Engineers

A construction surveyor inspects and measures land, giving consideration to construction projects. They collect information on size, elevations, boundaries and curves of the land plot. This information can be used to determine the land's best use.

A construction surveyor is often required to define property boundaries and describe the land's geographic features.

To accurately assess land parcels, the surveyor will use assorted tools and instruments, some of which are unique to the profession. The property being surveyed often is marked with stakes and rods to designate boundaries and define recommended points to initiate construction.

Many construction surveyors use electronic devices and computer software to aid in their analyses of land plots. GPS may aid a surveyor charting exact positions and coordinates, while specialized software can help analyze current field data and compare it with previous maps and surveys.

After the plans and blueprints are complete, the construction surveyor normally continues to work with the builder. They may confirm findings on elevations and preferred points for construction to begin prior to ground breaking.

The services offered by a surveyor include boundary surveys and planning.