Hybrid Project Surveyor | Ownership & Mapping

KPFF Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

HSA with employer contrib.

FSA

Life insurance

Paid family leave

Disability insurance

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join our LA Survey team on a primarily office-based role with occasional site visits. The position emphasizes project ownership, technical execution, and collaboration with field crews and civil engineers.

A hybrid schedule includes three days in the office and two days remote after training. The ideal candidate has extensive land surveying experience (10+ years), strong CAD skills (AutoCAD Civil 3D), and a

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in land surveying; independently coordinate and execute survey projects.
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic surveying, construction staking, and mapping.
• Experience preparing and reviewing survey calculations, field data, and mapping documents.
• Proficiency with CAD software used in surveying and mapping.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the technical execution of multiple surveying assignments, ensuring accurate and timely completion of project deliverables.
• Perform survey research, calculations, boundary analysis, and technical evaluations to support surveying and mapping projects.
• Prepare and review survey deliverables, including ALTA/NSPS surveys, subdivision and parcel maps, legal descriptions, and staking calculations.
• Analyze field survey data and supporting documentation to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with field crews to communicate project requirements and support task completion.
• Collaborate with project managers to establish priorities, monitor progress, and meet schedule and budget expectations.
• Perform quality reviews of survey calculations, drawings, and mapping documents to ensure accuracy and standards.
• Visit project sites as needed to inspect conditions and address technical needs.

Job description

KPFF Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join our LA Survey team on a primarily office-based role with occasional site visits. The position emphasizes project ownership, technical execution, and collaboration with field crews and civil engineers.

A hybrid schedule includes three days in the office and two days remote after training. The ideal candidate has extensive land surveying experience (10+ years), strong CAD skills (AutoCAD Civil 3D), and a