Survey - Survey Analyst

Kpff Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

KPFF Inc in Los Angeles is seeking a Surveyor to join their team. The role offers immense opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced environment, collaborating on diverse projects. You'll utilize surveying instruments in the field and ensure effective communication within project teams.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to relationship building. Competitive salary ranges from $52,000 to $90,000 yearly, complemented by comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for effective teamwork and client relationships.
• Field experience in surveying practices and measurements.
• Proficiency in using and carrying surveying instruments.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers on site designs including grading and drainage.
• Communicate effectively with team and clients.
• Perform survey tasks in various challenging environments.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to utilize sound judgment

Ability to maintain business-like relations

Fieldwork operation of surveying instruments

Tools

Surveying instruments

Job description

• Compensation: USD 52,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Company Description

KPFF Consulting Engineers provides structural and civil engineering services to architects, government agencies, developers, and contractors for projects with a wide range of functions. Established in 1960, KPFF has offices in Austin, Birmingham, Boise, Chicago, Des Moines, Eugene, Irvine, Lacey, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Louisville, Nashville, Newport Beach, New York City, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Spokane, St. Louis, Tacoma, and Washington, DC.

KPFF's civil engineering staff accomplishes projects for site development, parks, and recreation facilities and the improvements to existing city streets, urban arterials, and highways. Scope of services may include site planning, environmental analysis, storm drainage studies, wetlands enhancement, permit coordination, and design of site grading, drainage, storm detention, utilities, access roads, parking facilities, and public street improvements.

In addition to typical site development engineering, our civil group serves as a prime consultant to government clients for management and design of transportation, waterfront, site improvements, and major utility projects.

Our engineers work in dynamic teams with open communication and strong support from senior-level mentors. These teams work directly with our clients on some of the most challenging projects in the region. We promote decision-making at the level closest to the issue in order to most efficiently and effectively serve our clients, and to promote professional growth for our staff.

Job Description

KPFF provides immense opportunity for professional growth in a learning and teaching environment focused on excellence. We work on many types of projects and multiple projects at once. This fast paced environment will provide opportunity to work with our staff of surveyors and engineers on designs that will include grading, utility, roadway, and drainage design requiring the ability to think on your feet and communicate very effectively. Surveyors will have the opportunity to work in many unique and challenging environments.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in the field learning and utilizing fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of surveying to make precise survey measurements of potentially large tracts of land operating surveying instruments
• Carry surveying instruments to, from, and in the field
• Establish and maintain friendly, business-like relations with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to utilize sound judgment, independent decision making, and prolonged focus to complete surveying tasks

Additional Information

Why KPFF?

Mentorship & Development: Through KPFF’s Forefront Education Program, you’ll receive unparalleled mentorship from seasoned professionals, empowering you to excel in your career from day one. Thrive in a setting that values your development and independence, where your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions make a real impact.

Relationship Building: At our core, we focus on forging meaningful connections. By prioritizing trust and stability, we create lasting relationships with our partners and clients that stand the test of time.

Supportive Environment: We cultivate growth in all aspects of your life in a supportive environment that values your well‑being. From promoting a healthy lifestyle to organizing social activities, we strive to create a balanced and fulfilling workplace.

Benefits: We are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
• Medical insurance (two plans available to choose from)
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• KPFF Paid Family Leave
• Short‑term and Long‑term disability insurance
• Paid holidays (including two floating Holidays)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, jury duty)
• Bay Area Commuter Benefits Program (Commuter Check)
• Engineering License fee renewals and financial support for PE/SE license applications and examinations.

Compensation: The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected Salary for this position is $52,000 - $90,000 depending on education, experience, and licensure. Additionally, we offer performance‑based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we’ll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.