KPFF Consulting Engineers

KPFF Consulting Engineers

Survey Project Manager

Petaluma, CA, United States

Work authorization required$135k-$160kDetected 32 days ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringLand Surveying

About the role

  • For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges.
  • With o ver 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF's decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of surveyors, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies to engage with clients and maintain strong relationships.
  • Write project proposals and collaborate with clients to meet their surveying needs.
  • Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of survey experience with a minimum of 2 years of Project Surveyor experience.
  • Experience with Land Surveying workflows and performing QA/QC.

Nice to have

  • Experience in running a business.
  • For those who demonstrate long-term leadership and impact, KPFF also provides pathways to ownership, creating opportunities to share directly in the firm's growth.
  • At KPFF, your career growth and well-being matter.
  • Here, your contributions are celebrated, your ideas are welcomed, and your career has room to grow.
  • Strong Connections: We believe in trust, collaboration, and long-term relationships, both with our clients and within our teams.
  • Supportive Culture: Your well-being matters.
  • 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.
  • Fee renewals, plus financial assistance for professional license applications and exams.

Skills

  • The majority of our survey projects are initiated by the civil engineering teams in Northern California.
  • Our local principals in San Francisco and Sacramento will offer valuable mentorship and training.

Compensation

  • The expected salary range for this position is $135,000 to $160,000, aligned with candidates who bring at least 10 years of extensive surveying experience, a strong history of leading field and office teams, and the ability to manage complex projects with technical and operational oversight.
  • Final compensation will also consider education, professional licensure, and the full range of a candidate's skills.
  • We offer performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions.
  • For those who demonstrate long-term leadership and impact, KPFF also provides pathways to ownership, creating opportunities to share directly in the firm's growth.
  • We will review the full compensation package and answer any questions during the interview process.
  • At KPFF, your career growth and well-being matter.
  • KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match required.

Benefits

  • Full preventive care plus coverage for major services.
  • Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
  • Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income.
  • In addition, KPFF provides a bonus program for employees based on the profitability of their Reporting Center and the contributions of the employee to its success.
  • Culture and Benefits

Company info

  • Your well-being matters.
  • We encourage balance, provide resources for a healthy lifestyle, and create opportunities to connect through social activities and community events.
  • KPFF Benefits
  • We're proud to offer flexible and competitive benefits, including:
  • 401(k)

Visa & Work Authorization

  • 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

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