AKS Engineering & Forestry · 7 hours ago
Professional Land Surveyor
Keizer, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAKS Engineering & Forestry is a growing company focused on land development, energy, and infrastructure markets. They are seeking a full-time Survey Manager to lead and develop their survey team in Kirkland, WA, overseeing survey operations and managing field crews while building a strong survey practice in the region.
Consulting
Hiring Manager
Lance Lozano
Responsibilities
Leading and managing survey projects from kickoff through delivery, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget work
Mentor, develop, and oversee field staff including Survey Crew Leaders and Field Technicians
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to define survey scope, schedule, and deliverables
Perform quality control and technical oversight on field data collection, boundary resolutions, and final mapping
Implement and standardize best practices, tools, and processes to scale the Kirkland survey practice
Help hire and train new team members as the practice grows
Provide leadership in developing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities
Support strategic planning and long-term goals for the survey department in collaboration with AKS leadership
Qualification
Required
Licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Washington
8+ years of land surveying experience, including leadership or project management responsibilities
Proven track record of managing survey teams and delivering successful projects
Strong technical skills with Trimble equipment, GPS systems, and field-to-finish workflows
Excellent communicator and collaborator, and comfortable working across disciplines and with clients
Entrepreneurial mindset—excited about building and growing a team
Must have valid WA driver's license and a clean driving record; must be insurable to operate an AKS vehicle
Ability to pass a drug test
Preferred
Experience opening or expanding a survey practice or regional office
Working knowledge of land development, public infrastructure, or forestry-related projects
Familiarity with surveying software, including Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D
Benefits
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.
Company
AKS Engineering & Forestry
AKS is a consulting engineering firm that provides civil engineering and additional complementary services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Jim Voss
CFO
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