KPFF Consulting Engineers

Engineering

SurveyProjectManager

$116–159k ~AI est. Petaluma, California, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Survey Project Manager at KPFF Consulting Engineers. Skills: Survey project management, Team leadership, Business development. Lead survey team. Train survey team”

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Eligibility Requirements

Office and field environments, Navigating uneven terrain, Carry surveying equipment, Travel to project sites, Occasional air travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years survey experience, 2 years Project Surveyor experience, Land Surveying workflows experience, QA/QC experience, Licensed California Land Surveyor, Proven team management experience, Demonstrated client marketing experience, Valid driver's license

Nice to Have

Experience running a business

What You'll Do.

Develop marketing strategies

Maintain client relationships

Write project proposals

Collaborate with clients

Function as surveyor of record

Provide technical expertise

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborative environment; Internal civil engineers; Northern California clients; San Francisco Civil team; Leadership across Northern California; Local principals mentorship; Other Survey Managers

Communication Scope

Client meetings

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers , we are more than just an engineering design firm. For 65 years , we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being , supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,400 professionals across 30 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](http://www.kpff.com/). Job Overview We are seeking a highly qualified and licensed Land Surveyor to lead our Survey group and provide services to our internal civil engineers and clients located throughout Northern California. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in business development, training, managing, and overseeing our surveyors while contributing to the continued success of KPFF. This role also offers the opportunity to build a survey practice in the Bay Area, supported by the San Francisco Civil team and leadership across Northern California. The majority of our survey projects are initiated by the civil engineering teams in Northern California. These projects typically involve boundary and topographical surveys, mapping, easement assessments, and construction staking, all of which are in support of KPFF-designed projects. The Survey Manager, given the requisite skills and ambition, will have the opportunity to establish a thriving venture within one or both of our Northern California offices. Our local principals in San Francisco and Sacramento will offer valuable mentorship and training. Additionally, we have other Survey Managers in various offices who hold the position of principals/shareholders and are enthusiastic about guiding a committed professional towards success in this role. Key

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