Construction Surveyor

Construction surveying is generally performed by specialized technicians. Unlike licensed land surveyors, the resulting plan does not have legal status.  These surveyors survey the existing conditions of the future work site, including topography, buildings and infrastructure, including underground infrastructure whenever possible.

Construction surveying, otherwise known as "layout" or "setting-out," also entails staking reference points and markers that will guide the construction of new structures, such as roads or buildings. The surveyors also verify the location of structures during construction.  As-Built surveying is a survey conducted at the end of the construction project to verify that the work authorized was completed to the specifications set on plans.

Surveying techniques have existed throughout much of recorded history. In ancient Egypt, when the Nile River overflowed its banks and washed out farm boundaries, boundaries were re-established by a rope stretcher, or surveyor, through the application of fundamental geometry. The nearly perfect square and north-south orientation of the Great Pyramid of Giza, built c. 2700 B.C., affirm the Egyptians’ command of surveying.

Historically, distances were measured using a variety of means, such as chains with links of a known length.  For instance, Gunter’s chains - measuring tapes made of steel or "invar," a nickel steel alloy - were pulled taut to measure horizontal distances.

Horizontal angles were first measured using a compass, which provided a magnetic bearing, from which deflections could be measured. Later, more carefully scribed discs provided better angular resolution, and mounting telescopes with "reticles" gave more precise sighting atop the disc. Levels and calibrated circles were added to measure vertical angles.

To measure height for surveying, precise levels and a variety of other means have been developed.  Levels are calibrated to provide a precise plane from which differentials in height between the instrument and the point in question can be measured, typically through the use of a vertical measuring rod.

We are the premier recruiters of construction surveyors.

Knowing and understanding the technical and professional nuances of the construction surveying vocation is paramount at Sequence. We also recognize the essential role that construction surveyors play in the construction industry. Such awareness has long made us a leader in recruiting and staffing construction surveyors for clients.

We are the foremost executive recruiting and staffing firm committed to providing employment solutions to the construction and engineering, fields around the world. Our highly skilled recruiters and staffing professionals are focused on supporting the core industries that build and maintain the world’s infrastructure, natural resources and environment.

Sequence recruiters are also very experienced in the construction industry. Their expansive industry network enables them to discover where the top talent is, the individuals always sought for their knowledge, experience and expertise. Our recruiters seek impact players recognized for making valuable contributions to their company.

Our recruiting philosophy, methodology, and practices are based on the industry’s top standards. These standards call for us to carefully screen and present only the most qualified construction surveyor candidates who can be a positive influence in your organization.

In our business, success is built on meeting the needs of our clients. Because of our expertise and commitment, few competitors can match our experience and accomplishments. Over time, our clients turn to us as trusted business partners, a resource they can depend on.

We supply a full spectrum of employment solutions.

We can answer all of your personnel needs, from filling individual construction surveyor jobs for small firms to recruiting and staffing entire practice groups for international corporations.

Sequence recruits and staffs executive, management, administrative and field-level personnel for temporary and temporary-to-permanent jobs in construction surveying and for direct-hire positions throughout the construction sector worldwide. We also provide short and long-term temporary contract placements, outplacement services, long-term recruiting and a full range of HR services.

Given such a diversity of applications, Sequence’s experience covers a nearly endless list of construction sub-specialties. Many of these specialties are pivotal to our clients, who rely on expertise in recruiting and staffing.

Links:

• American Congress on Surveying and Mapping
• American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
• Continuing Education for Engineers & Surveyors
• Links to Surveying and Mapping Resources
• National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
• National Society of Professional Surveyors
• Society of Construction and Quantity Surveyors
• State Listing of NSPS Affiliates
• Virtual Museum of Surveying
• Western Federation of Professional Surveyors