Surveying is probably one of those careers that seem quite elusive and mysterious to many people. But no doubt just about everyone has seen a surveyor at work, often on the side of a busy road. They are often dressed in hi-vis vest jackets peering through a lensed item on a tripod. But even if it's not a career path that may seem entirely interesting the people who do conduct archaeological surveys are providing a very important service when it comes to building and planning permission...