Land Surveyor
15AI USED FOR15%moving to55%
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STARTING PAY£28,000 - £34,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Land Surveyor
Land surveyors are the unsung heroes of construction and development, providing crucial measurements and data that shape our cities and infrastructure. Their expertise not only ensures that projects are built accurately and safely but also plays a vital role in land management and environmental protection across the UK and beyond.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Land SurveyorAs a Junior Land Surveyor, you will assist senior surveyors in conducting surveys and collecting data. You will gain hands-on experience with surveying equipment and software, learning the fundamentals of land measurement and mapping.£28,000 - £34,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Land SurveyorIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, leading survey projects and managing client relationships. You will apply your technical skills to complex surveying tasks and mentor junior staff.£45,000 - £55,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Land SurveyorAs a Senior Land Surveyor, you will oversee major projects, ensuring quality and compliance. You will be responsible for strategic planning and may lead a team of surveyors, shaping the direction of surveying practices within your organisation.£80,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Earth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£28,000 median
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Real apprenticeship standards
Live UK apprenticeship standards that lead into this career, from the Institute for Apprenticeships register.
L3Geospatial survey technician24 months typicalnot published
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Recommended UK degrees
Real courses that qualify you for this career, from the same register that priced the degree above.
GeologyUniversity of Exeter · DegreeOceanographyUniversity of Southampton · DegreeEarth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · DegreeGeographyBangor University · DegreeGeography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · DegreeGeography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · Degree