Kimley-Horn
A multidisciplinary engineering and planning firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors.
Survey Practice Builder
Perform land surveys, analyze data, and produce reports for construction projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The position requires conducting field surveys using advanced instruments, GPS, and GIS technology, then analyzing the collected data, maps, and legal documents to define property lines and resolve any ambiguities. Responsibilities also include preparing detailed reports, maps, and legal descriptions for clients and government agencies. Collaboration is essential; the Survey Practice Builder will work closely with engineers, architects, and other professionals to support construction and development projects, provide expert testimony in boundary disputes, and ensure all work complies with relevant standards, regulations, and safety protocols. • Conduct field surveys using advanced instruments and GPS/GIS technology. • Analyze survey data, maps, and legal documents to determine property boundaries. • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders on construction projects. • Prepare detailed survey reports, maps, and legal descriptions. • Research property deeds and historical records for surveying projects. • Ensure compliance with surveying standards, regulations, and safety protocols. • Provide expert testimony in legal disputes over property boundaries. • Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment for accurate measurements. • Manage multiple projects independently and within a team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸field surveys
- ▸gps/gis
- ▸data analysis
- ▸report preparation
- ▸equipment calibration
- ▸compliance
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license with 12+ years of experience, be able to manage multiple projects, and work both independently and as part of a team. Strong knowledge of the Subdivision Map Act, final maps, lot line adjustments, and condominium map requirements is required. • Apply knowledge of Subdivision Map Act, final maps, lot line adjustments, and condominium map requirements. • Hold a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) credential with 12+ years of experience.
Requirements
- ▸pls license
- ▸12+ years
- ▸subdivision act
- ▸final maps
- ▸project management
- ▸teamwork
Benefits
Kimley-Horn is hiring a Survey Practice Builder with a minimum of 12 years of experience to join its San Diego office. This senior role offers a base salary between $150,000 and $260,000 plus performance‑based bonuses. Kimley‑Horn promotes a people‑first culture that has earned a spot on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for 18 years. Employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including an exceptional retirement match, comprehensive health coverage, flexible time‑off policies, financial wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and family‑friendly benefits. • Base salary $150,000–$260,000 with performance‑based bonus eligibility. • Retirement plan featuring a 2‑to‑1 company match up to 4% of compensation. • Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. • Flexible time off, personal leave, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays. • Student loan matching in 401(k) and additional performance bonuses. • Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. • New parent leave, family‑building benefits, and childcare resources.
Work Environment
Hybrid