Land Surveyor

KPFF Consulting Engineers•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$105,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking an experienced Project Surveyor to join its Los Angeles Survey team. This primarily office-based role focuses on the technical execution and coordination of surveying projects, including managing multiple assignments of varying scope and duration. The Project Surveyor works with project managers, field crews, office staff, civil engineering teams, and clients to deliver accurate, high-quality survey work. The role emphasizes project ownership, technical problem-solving, calculations, mapping, and coordination rather than broader client development or business management responsibilities. The Los Angeles Survey team provides land surveying and mapping services for projects throughout Southern California. Services include boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, construction staking, aerial surveys, subdivision and parcel maps, condominium plans, vertical airspace maps, legal descriptions, and laser scanning. The position is primarily office-based, with occasional site visits as needed. After an initial training period, the team follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days working remotely. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are preferred in-office days, with flexibility in choosing the third day. KPFF describes its workplace as collaborative and supportive of professional independence, development, and work-life integration. Employees can access mentorship, technical training, professional development, and applicable licensing support. The position offers a base salary range of $105,000–$140,000 annually, subject to qualifications, experience, technical expertise, and licensure, along with performance-based bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Significant professional experience in land surveying, ideally approximately 10 or more years, with the ability to independently coordinate and execute survey projects.
Strong technical knowledge of boundary surveying, topographic surveying, construction staking, mapping, and related land surveying practices.
Experience preparing and reviewing survey calculations, field data, mapping documents, and technical deliverables.
Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software used in surveying and mapping.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize deadlines, and maintain accuracy across competing project demands.
Experience coordinating with field crews, project managers, and other technical professionals.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Active California Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT) certification with substantial relevant project experience.
Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for survey production and project delivery.
Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC).
Experience preparing complex survey maps, legal descriptions, and other technical surveying deliverables.
Experience supporting civil engineering design projects and working with public agency or private development clients.

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 for surveying and mapping projects.
Prepare and review survey deliverables, including ALTA/NSPS surveys, subdivision and parcel maps, legal descriptions, construction staking calculations, condominium plans, and other mapping documents.
Analyze field survey data, boundary records, and supporting documentation to identify and resolve technical issues.
Coordinate with field survey crews to communicate project requirements, review collected data, and support survey tasks.
Work with Survey Project Managers to establish project priorities, monitor progress, and meet schedule and budget expectations.
Collaborate with civil engineering teams to provide survey information and technical support for design and construction projects.
Review survey calculations, drawings, and mapping documents for accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
Assist with planning and coordinating field activities, survey resources, and office production efforts.
Communicate technical information, deliverables, and project progress to project managers, clients, and other stakeholders.
Exercise independent judgment to resolve technical surveying challenges and determine appropriate solutions.
Visit project sites as needed to inspect existing conditions, coordinate with field personnel, or address project-specific technical needs.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution, regardless of employee contribution.
Medical insurance with two plan options.
Dental and 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.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
Professional development and applicable licensing support.
Performance-based bonus opportunities.