A California-based civil engineering and land surveying firm delivering efficient land development and infrastructure solutions.
Oversee surveying phases, assist licensed surveyor, manage projects and produce survey documents.
1 months ago ago
$75,000 - $105,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Manteca, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
233 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
High-density Residential
Land Development
Renewable Engineering
Water Resources
Stormwater Management
Site Development
Role
Description
survey production
cad drafting
field checks
control adjustment
boundary resolution
surface modeling
Perform property information research duties for record of surveys, tract maps, parcel maps, deeds, as‐built, etc., using internet and document search software.
Work with field and office personnel, both as a team member and independently, to produce Record of Surveys, A.L.T.A. surveys, Plats and Legal Descriptions, Topographic Surveys, Lot line Adjustments, easement exhibits, and any document required for project completion
Perform site field checks.
Preparing drawings per company CAD standards.
Work closely with Management to develop project scopes and schedules and track and maintain project budgets.
Resolve boundaries using accepted boundary and legal principles and case, state and federal laws under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor
Review and understand Agreements, CC&R’s and other documents within Title reports.
Adjust conventional and G.P.S. control networks.
Calculate accurate Easements and Boundary Lines from Record Maps and Grant Deed Descriptions and Title reports.
Reduce and process field notes, sketches, checklists and digital data in required formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel
Develop working relationships with client, contractors, stakeholders, relevant agencies.
Analyze field data & plot accurately onto a cad file (i.e. description codes, invert Dip sheets)
Generate accurate Surfaces and Contours through AutoCAD
Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling project team activities under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor.
Requirements
autocad
civil3d
lsit
bachelor
5+ years
3d modeling
Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, Bluebeam, etc.
Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) required, License preferred
Understanding of contract negotiations, client billing and contract amendments for changes to scope and fees under supervision of a Licensed Land Surveyor
Ability to create a 3D model from a point cloud.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, required.
Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent years of experience in Land Surveying
Knowledge and understanding of all types of utility plans
5+ years’ relevant experience
Benefits
Generous PTO
Free office snacks
Competitive Pay ($75,000 - $105,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1,800-acre park
Cordes Ranch Industrial Park
A large-scale industrial park designed by the firm.
43rd ranked workplace
Bay-Area Top Workplaces
Recognized as a top workplace in the Bay Area among similar-sized organizations.
ENR Top Firm
2025 West Top Design Firms
Named among the top design firms in the West by ENR in 2025.
Founded in 1972 by Dick Kier and Jim Wright, the firm began as a modest Bay Area civil engineering practice.
Over five decades, it grew regionally—expanding into Pleasanton, Ventura (now Camarillo), Manteca, Sacramento, Irvine, Gilroy—and nearly doubled staff between 2010–2018.
It has designed major land-use and public infrastructure, including corporate campuses for Apple, NVIDIA, and Facebook.
Services cover civil engineering, surveying, construction staking, land development, renewable energy, and water resources.
The firm targets sustainable, cost-effective design, including LEED-Gold/Platinum projects.
K+W maintains a client-centric, solutions-driven approach, often working with clients and projects spanning decades.
Its portfolio now includes industrial parks, transit-oriented residential, high-rise apartments, solar fields, and urban tech offices.
Culture + Values
Limiting the environmental impact of local construction projects through sustainable design contributions
Taking a bigger‑picture design approach by balancing client aesthetics, regulatory goals, budgets, long‑term maintenance and agency preferences
Providing engineering solutions that help clients improve the water quality of the communities surrounding their projects
Supporting full‑lifespan renewable energy developments—from feasibility through construction—for solar power plants
Offering a wide range of sustainable civil engineering services: stormwater quality control, retention, pervious pavement, erosion control, green roofs, recycled water systems, LEED support and calculations
Environment + Sustainability
50% reduction
Carbon emissions intensity since 2014
The company has successfully reduced its carbon emissions intensity by 50% since 2014, demonstrating a significant commitment to lowering operational environmental impact.
Net zero by 2045
Target for carbon neutrality
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon across its operations and supply chain by 2045, including offsets, the company is actively working toward minimizing its environmental footprint.
90% CO₂ savings
From hydrotreated vegetable oil fuel
The company's use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel on construction sites has achieved up to 90% reductions in CO₂ emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a greener operation.
Elimination by 2035
Avoidable waste target
The company aims to eliminate avoidable waste by 2035, showcasing its dedication to resource efficiency and sustainable practices.
Earned UN-backed Science-Based Targets initiative validation for net zero (Scopes 1–3) by 2045
PAS 2080 certification for infrastructure carbon management in Infrastructure Services and Construction
Delivered sustainable projects achieving LEED certification, including Platinum, and implemented green roofs, rainwater harvesting, recycled/greywater systems
Trial of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel on construction sites—up to 27% NOₓ reduction, 84% particulate reduction
Inclusion & Diversity
Chief executive Andrew Davies serves as executive‑committee DEI lead
No publicly stated gender‑related statistics or targets found