How do they match: Surveyors

  • Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
  • Coordinate findings with the work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with projects.
  • Plan and conduct ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements.
  • Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and legal descriptions of surveys to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed.
  • Prepare, or supervise preparation of, all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys.
  • Train assistants and helpers, and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.