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Land Surveying Services
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Land Surveying Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Land surveying services are services that provide information relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation or dimensions of land or land features on or near the Earth's surface. These types of services are usually procured for construction, government, and land subdivision and development projects.
This Report Includes:
- Construction Projects
- Government Land Projects
- Land Subdivision Projects
- Development Projects
Not in this Report:
- Cartography Services
- Map Production
- Photogrammetry
- Geological Mapping of Subsurface Terrain
Global Land Surveying Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Land Surveying Services market.
Warning Trends
Public sector demand slumps as the government enters shutdown
- On October 1, the US federal government entered a shutdown after negotiations for a new appropriations bill failed.
- During a government shutdown, essential federal government operations, such as law enforcement, air-traffic control, and social security, persist, while nonessential operations are paused and workers involved in these operations are furloughed. Thus, the current shutdown is expected to result in 750,000 federal workers being furloughed, representing a $400 million reduction in daily expenditure by the federal government.
- This significant reduction in federal spending and operations will affect the entire US economy, weakening aggregate demand and slowing economic growth. For example, the 35-day government shutdown in Q1, 2019, reduced aggregate demand in both the public and private sectors, resulting in a 0.2% reduction in GDP growth that quarter.
- The effects of the shutdown are likely to be most acute in markets where the public sector is a major buyer segment, weakening demand and increasing average vendor risk by destabilizing important revenue streams.
- As negotiations for a new appropriations bill to reopen the government remain ongoing, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor the situation and update this story with the latest information.
Global Land Surveying Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 105,675 |
| #2 Europe | 10,565 |
| #3 United States | 5,840 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Land Surveying Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$80.00 to $XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the Land Surveying Services market range from $80.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Location, Experience and Service Scope. For example, lower prices are associated with Indianapolis ($80.00 to $250 per surveyor per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Los Angeles ($100 to $350 per surveyor per hour).
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Land Surveying Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Land Surveying Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Land Surveying Services
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Land Surveying Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Scope Changes may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Customization
Other Fees
Billed During
Travel
Unforeseen
Scope Changes
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.1 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Laboratory Supply Wholesalers
- Office Supply Stores
- Computer & Packaged Software Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Navigational Instrument Manufacturers
- Office Supply Manufacturers
- Computer Manufacturers
Biggest Land Surveying Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Land Surveying Services vendors by revenue in the US are Surveying And Mapping LLC, Timmons Group Inc. and Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdermott International Inc. | Global | Houston | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. | Global | Montreal, CA | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Landpoint LLC | Regional | Bossier City, LA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
| Merrick & Company | Global | Englewood, CO | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Michael Baker International LLC | National | Pittsburgh, PA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| The Dewberry Companies Inc. | National | Fairfax, VA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Surveying And Mapping LLC | National | Austin, TX | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Timmons Group Inc. | National | Richmond, VA | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Westwood Professional Services, Inc. | National | Minnetonka, MN | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Land Surveying Services market is 12.2% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
There is a low level of market share concentration, as the land surveying market is highly fragmented.
There is a moderate level of vendor risk present in this market. Vendors face little competition from substitute services, but they face high competition within the market.
There is a moderate level of supply chain risk in the land surveying service market as the market is experiencing negative effects from the labor shortage.
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises
Supplier Information
AtkinsRéalis Group Inc.
SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. is a public company operating globally in the professional, scientific and technical services sector. The company's offerings include carbon management services, aeronautical engineering services and land surveying services. Founded in 1911, the company is currently headquartered in... Subscribe to learn more
Landpoint LLC
Landpoint LLC is a private company operating regionally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include land surveying services. Founded in 1984, the company is currently headquartered in Bossier City, Louisiana, United States of America with an estimated 198 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Mcdermott International Inc.
McDermott International, Inc. is a global provider of engineering, procurement, construction and installation, and technology solutions to the energy industry. It delivers front-end design, engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, hook-up, start-up, and commissioning services to Subscribe to learn more
Merrick & Company
Merrick & Company is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include land surveying services. Founded in 1955, the company is currently headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, United States of America with an estimated 750 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Michael Baker International LLC
Michael Baker International LLC is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1940, the company is currently headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States... Subscribe to learn more
Nv5 Global, Inc.
Nv5 Global, Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include beverage dispensing equipment and land surveying services. Founded in 1949, the company is currently headquartered in HOLLYWOOD, Florida,... Subscribe to learn more
Surveying And Mapping LLC
Surveying And Mapping LLC is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include land surveying services. Founded in 1994, the company is currently headquartered in Austin, Texas, United States of America with an estimated 750... Subscribe to learn more
The Dewberry Companies Inc.
The Dewberry Companies Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include geotechnical engineering services, mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1956, the company is currently headquartered in Fairfax,... Subscribe to learn more
Timmons Group Inc.
Timmons Group Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include mapping services and land surveying services. Founded in 1953, the company is currently headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Land Surveying Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Customer Acquisition Cost and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Support and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Customer Acquisition Cost |
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Total marketing costs Total sales costs Number of customers acquired |
The customer acquisition cost represents the cost of acquiring a new customer and gives buyers insight into how strong a vendor’s reputation is. Buyers with higher-than-industry-average acquisition costs may be trying to build their reputation and customer base. The customer acquisition cost can be used to determine how well a vendor handles their operations and finances. |
| Customer Retention Rate |
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Number of lost customers Rate of repeat clients |
Customer retention rate measures the percent of clients that stay with the vendor for land surveying services, giving buyers a strong indication on the overall quality of work the vendor offers. Due to the low switching cost in the market, vendors with high customer retention rates should be given high preference. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
What is your previous experience working with similar terrain and regulatory environments?
What is your previous experience working within this region in particular?
Service Performance
What safeguards have you established to assure quality in your surveying services?
What actions do you take to correct and compensate for any mistakes made throughout the project?
Timeliness
What guarantees do you provide for meeting agreed-upon deadlines?
Have you experienced any issues in the past that make you unable to fulfill project deadlines or have caused you to breach a contract?
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Land Surveying Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide a detailed description of their operational structure, including the size of their organization and to whom suppliers will be reporting.
Buyers should provide information regarding the size and location of their landscape(s).
Statement Of Need
Buyers should state the desired types of surveys and the equipment to be used.
All buyers should detail the scope of work to be performed on their properties.
Project Budget
Buyers should suggest the best method of billing.
Buyers should specify the total budget for the project.
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