-Can use GPS -Plans, organizes, and directs work of one or more survey parties engaged in surveying earth's surface to determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction, mapmaking, land division, titles, mining or other purposes: Researches previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data needed for surveys. -Develops new data from photogrammetric records. -Determines methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control. -Keeps accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performed. -Coordinates findings with work of engineering and architectural personnel, clients, and others concerned with project. -Assumes legal responsibility for work and is licensed by state. -Measure distances and angles between points on, above, and below the Earth’s surface -Travel to locations and select known reference points to determine the exact location of important features -Establish stake sites and official land and water boundaries -Record the results of surveying and verify the accuracy of data -Prepare plots, maps, and reports -Take notes of land for deeds, leases, and other legal documents -Provide expert testimony in court regarding survey work

- Can use survey machine (GPS) - experience in survey of building/Land - Degree of surveying, civil engineering, geomagnetic - an understanding of surveying technology - excellent science, maths and engineering skills - a creative approach to problem solving - the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy - the ability to analyses and interpret graphical data - knowledge of planning and environmental regulations - knowledge of health and safety - strong communication, negotiating and presentation skills - the ability to prioritize and plan work effectively - good team working skills