Staff Surveyor
Quick Summary
Preparing construction staking calculations by reading plans and interpreting CAD files Creating mapping deliverables including boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, plats,
The surveying team at BKF works on a variety of cutting-edge projects. As a staff surveyor, you will assist senior project surveyors and your project manager on 3D laser scanning, construction staking, GIS, BIM, boundary, and topographic survey projects. You will draft maps and topographic surveys, build 3D models, and assist our field crews in constructing the largest and most high-profile projects in Northern California. We work on a diverse array of projects and provide training to help each team member become well-rounded.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Preparing construction staking calculations by reading plans and interpreting CAD files
- →Creating mapping deliverables including boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, plats, and legal descriptions
- →Post-processing field data collected via total station, GPS, levels, 3D laser scanners, and unmanned aerial systems
- →Building 3D models of sites and structures for owners, architects, engineers, and contractors
- →Travel to various job sites and offices may be required
Requirements
~1 min read- Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred
- 0-3 years of office surveying experience
- Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) or LSIT preferred
- Knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and equipment
- Proficient in CAD software, especially Autodesk Civil 3D
- Construction staking experience, including reading plans, construction calculations, and preparing cut sheets, is preferred
- Experience processing laser scanning data, including registration and 3D modeling, is helpful but not required.
- Assist with special projects as needed
- May require flexible hours
- Travel between BKF offices and other off-site locations may be required.
What We Offer
~1 min readLocation & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 20, 2025
- First seen
- September 28, 2026
- Last seen
- September 28, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 16%
- Scored at
- September 28, 2026
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