Land surveyor

Land surveyors leave their mark wherever construction is taking place. They research and advise on potential sites, as well as providing detailed reports on sites that have already been developed.

Land surveyors are in big demand, not only because of the boom in the land market but also because they play a pivotal role in defending the environment by building sea defences and protecting the world’s reefs.

Did you know?
The job offers huge potential for foreign travel with 40 per cent of UK-based land surveyors working abroad at any given time.

Facts and Figures

  • Starting salary:

    Salaries for a qualified land surveyor start at £23,000, but can reach £30,000 after three years

  • Senior level salary:

    With bonuses, those working in the private sector can earn over £100,000

  • Education:

    A degree in surveying or engineering is usually required, followed by the accreditation of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Institution of Civil Engineers.

  • Skills:

    You'll need to be technically minded and relish big challenges on both short and long term projects, and enjoy shouldering responsibility and travelling.

  • Likely employer type:

    Central and local government organisations, construction and property development firms, Specialist surveying companies, Banks, building societies and insurance companies

  • Opportunities:

    There are no statistics, but The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors says demand is growing rapidly.

  • Number of professionals:

    Around 3,000 in the UK

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