Professional Land Surveyor

Tualatin, OR
Full Time
Land Surveying
Experienced

AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a full-time Project Surveyor for our Tualatin, Oregon office. You will work closely with our Project Managers, Project Engineers, and survey team on a mixture of private and public works projects as we grow our clientele in the area. This is an excellent career opportunity for a responsible person with 5+ years of experience in land surveying, a Professional Land Surveyor’s License in Oregon and/or Washington, AutoCAD/LDD knowledge, and familiarity with local codes and agency standards. AKS offers a supportive work environment with an excellent benefit package and an outstanding opportunity for personal and professional growth. If you are looking to join a well-respected and talented team of professionals in a dynamic organization that is poised for growth, then you’ll want to consider AKS.

Who You Are

  • Oregon Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license (Required).
  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in civil engineering, surveying, or forest engineering (preferred).
  • Knowledgeable in all phases of land surveying and map preparation, including land surveying techniques, principles of boundary control, and construction surveying.
  • Knowledgeable in the laws and regulations pertaining to land surveying in Oregon.
  • Various land surveying technical skills, including ALTA/ACSM surveys, platting, land development, ROW surveys, preliminary design surveys, topo surveys, construction staking, deed research, survey map research, and good organizational skills.
  • GPS and Scanning experience.
  • Extensive experience resolving boundary lines and creating Records of Survey.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills including proposal and report writing.
  • Ability to work quickly, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable networking with clients and colleagues to develop and maintain professional relationships.
  • Personal responsibility for completing quality work within budgets and timelines.
  • Possess solid time management, and follow-through skills.
  • Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

What You'll Do
Working under the direction of a Principal Project Surveyor:

  • Project Surveyor for multifamily, mixed use, municipal pipelines, residential subdivisions, commercial developments, and public works projects.
  • Performs field survey work (as necessary) and directs work of survey crews.
  • Operates survey equipment, including theodolite, levels, electronic measuring devices, and other equipment to measure distances, horizontal angles, and elevations.
  • Inspects work to ensure that it is conducted according to instructions and is in conformance with accepted land surveying standards.
  • Maintains accurate, orderly, and legible field notes of survey work performed, including lines, angles, distances, benchmarks, and mathematical calculations.
  • Operates a computer and peripheral equipment to compile survey notes and create drawings, as required.
  • Signs and stamps subdivision maps, Record of Survey maps, lot line adjustments, ALTA surveys, plats, and legal descriptions to attest to their technical correctness.
  • Performs survey activities in a safe and effective manner.
  • Operate Trimble Robotic total stations with Survey Pro TSC3 Data Collectors.
  • Interprets, evaluates, and prepares legal descriptions of real property.
  • Plans, organizes, coordinates, and reviews the work of others.
  • Performs AutoCAD/Civil3D drafting, including setting up sheets, importing points, line work/drafting, Record of Survey drafting, boundary line resolution, subdivision plat preparation, etc.
  • Completes projects and special assignments, as requested.
  • Does what needs to be done.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life—not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team: 
  • Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose. 
  • Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality. 
  • Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities. 
  • Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being—plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive. 
  • Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together. 
  • Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities. 
  • A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year—for good reason. 

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

 

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