Professional Land Surveyor

Kimley-Horn • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor with 5+ years of experience to join its Portland, Oregon office. The role involves conducting and managing land surveys, analyzing survey data and legal records, collaborating with project professionals, preparing survey deliverables, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and safety protocols. The surveyor will also maintain and calibrate equipment, communicate findings to stakeholders, and stay current with surveying technology and techniques.

Requirements

• 5+ years as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS).
• Proficient knowledge of Civil 3D and/or Carlson.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys at client sites using surveying instruments and technology to measure and record boundaries, topographic features, and geographic coordinates.
• Analyze survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property lines and boundaries and resolve discrepancies or ambiguities.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other professionals to provide survey data and support construction and development projects.
• Use GPS, GIS, and surveying software to process and manage survey data.
• Prepare survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Research property deeds, historical records, and land titles for surveying projects.
• Ensure compliance with surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols during fieldwork and data processing.
• Provide expert testimony and survey evidence in legal disputes related to property boundaries and land issues.
• Stay updated on surveying technology and techniques to improve processes and accuracy.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment.
• Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and team members about survey results and findings.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus) and an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed