Project Surveyor

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, champions Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. With over 60 years of experience, we foster a dynamic environment for creative solutions across diverse projects and scales. Our decentralized structure empowers our 1,300 team members in 27 nationwide offices, offering abundant flexibility and growth opportunities. Rooted in Seattle since 1960, KPFF excels as a collaborative team of consulting professionals driving innovative solutions and sustainable design. Join us to shape the built environment and drive impactful engineering solutions with your creativity and passion.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF Survey is actively recruiting for a full-time Project Surveyor position in Portland, Oregon. Our typical projects include control, boundary, topographic, utility, ALTA, verification, and monitor surveying. We collect field data using the latest survey grade equipment, including conventional total stations, digital levels, GPS, 3D scanners, and drone lidar technology. We work with engineers, architects, landscape architects, developers, and public agencies. You may find yourself on a project in downtown Portland one day, followed by something in remote eastern Oregon, and beyond. The ideal candidate could also build and maintain their own client base.

The successful candidate will currently be in a survey project management role or be a senior office technician looking for career growth. The candidate will work with and lead a survey project team to deliver the survey product safely, accurately, and professionally. As an experienced and licensed individual you will actively work with and mentor a survey team on a career licensure path where you will help analyze and process different sets of data, draft, manage projects, and prepare deliverables.

Qualifications

• Current experience in field data collection and in the industry for 3-5 years
• Current experience in field data processing, analysis, review, and drafting and in the industry for 3-5 years
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Add value in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening may be a requirement to participate in specific projects
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Work Authorization/Sponsorship - At this time, KPFF is unable to provide visa sponsorship or transfer for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Additional Information

Compensation
The base pay for this role is competitive, with a range of $38.00 - $50.00/hour, plus an opportunity for overtime, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process.

Culture and Benefits
At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects.

KPFF Employee Benefits

• Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering preventive care and prescriptions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Dental & Vision: Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed. 
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Si