Surveyor Jobs in Virginia

Surveyor jobs in Virginia are in steady demand, with the strongest activity concentrated in land development, transportation infrastructure, and federal government contracting work across the state at levels from entry-level field technician through senior licensed professional. Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Virginia Beach are the busiest hiring markets, where firms like VDOT contractors, Michael Baker International, and Dewberry consistently maintain surveying staff. Boundary and topographic surveying, construction staking, and GIS-integrated survey work are the specialties most consistently sought by Virginia employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top employerTurner & Townsend Pty Limited
Top cityManassas, VA
Cities hiring43
Work type63% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Pennoni
Senior Survey Project Manager/Licensed Land Surveyor
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Senior Survey Project Manager/Licensed Land Surveyor
Pennoni
Berryville, Virginia
Data Engineering
Project Management
Technical Program Management
501-1,000

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Land Surveyor Assistant / Rodman
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Land Surveyor Assistant / Rodman
Infratech Construction Company
Sterling, Virginia
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$19 - $23/hr
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Ion Solar
Solar Site Surveyor
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Solar Site Surveyor
Ion Solar
Manassas, Virginia
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$19 - $22/hr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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RDSolutions
Independent Field Surveyor
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Independent Field Surveyor
RDSolutions
Orange, Virginia
Civil Engineering
Construction
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Seniors encouraged
1,001-5,000

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Experienced Land Surveyor/ Survey Technician
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Experienced Land Surveyor/ Survey Technician
Painter-Lewis, P.L.C.
Winchester, Virginia
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$65k - $70k/yr
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Surveyor Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Manassas
6 jobs
Richmond
6 jobs
Glen Allen
3 jobs
Virginia Beach
3 jobs
Reston
2 jobs
Ashburn
2 jobs
Roanoke
2 jobs
Damascus
2 jobs
Stafford
2 jobs

Surveyor Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited12
  • RDSolutions
    RDSolutions11
  • Davies
    Davies6
  • FAR Inspections
    FAR Inspections6
  • SpartanX
    SpartanX2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services15
  • Energy1
  • Technology & Software1
  • Construction & Real Estate1

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in surveyor jobs across Virginia.

  • Active Virginia Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license or eligibility for Virginia reciprocity
  • Experience with total station, GPS/GNSS equipment, and field data collection software
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable survey-drafting and CAD software
  • Familiarity with Virginia land records research, plat preparation, and county recorder requirements
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to conduct fieldwork at project sites across the state
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in surveying technology, geomatics, or a related technical field

Surveyor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a surveyor in Virginia?

Becoming a licensed surveyor in Virginia requires passing the licensing process administered by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) through its Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects. Candidates must complete a degree in surveying, geomatics, or a closely related field, pass the Fundamentals of Surveying and Principles and Practice of Surveying exams, and fulfill required supervised experience hours before applying for the Professional Land Surveyor credential.

How much do surveyors make in Virginia?

Surveyors in Virginia earn a median of about $71,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,770 for the lowest 10% to over $109,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire surveyors in Virginia?

Employers hiring surveyors in Virginia right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, RDSolutions, and Davies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's combination of active VDOT road and transit projects, federal facilities, and ongoing land development in the Richmond and Northern Virginia corridors keeps demand from engineering and surveying firms consistently high throughout the year.

Which Virginia cities have the most surveyor jobs?

Manassas, Richmond, and Glen Allen have the most surveyor openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and rapid commercial development drives the largest share of postings, Richmond generates steady demand through state agency work and regional infrastructure projects, and Virginia Beach anchors coastal and military-adjacent surveying activity tied to the Hampton Roads region.

Are there remote surveyor jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Surveying is a predominantly field-based profession requiring on-site data collection, so most positions involve regular travel to project locations. About 37% of surveyor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve office-bound tasks like CAD drafting, GIS analysis, plat review, or project coordination rather than traditional fieldwork.

How can I get hired as a surveyor in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for survey technician or field crew positions, which large Virginia engineering firms and VDOT-affiliated contractors regularly hire for without requiring a license. Firms like Dewberry and Michael Baker International operate field teams across Virginia where new hires learn under licensed PLS professionals. Completing an associate degree in surveying technology from a Virginia community college and passing the Fundamentals of Surveying exam early signals commitment and gives candidates a clear edge over others without documented credentials.

Where can I find and apply to surveyor jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to surveyor jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings with Virginia employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly. No profile creation is needed to search and apply.

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