Survey Manager

At AKS Engineering & Forestry, we’re all about building better communities—literally. We help shape neighborhoods, create spaces for businesses, and design the infrastructure that makes life better for everyone. As a locally owned firm, we’ve spent the past 30 years partnering with public and private clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

Now for the exciting news! AKS is looking for a full-time Survey Manager to lead and develop our survey team in our Kirkland, WA office. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated survey professional who is ready to build something from the ground up as part of an established team of design professionals with a strong and already established reputation (and client base) in the region. You’ll not only manage field crews and oversee survey operations, but you’ll play a key role in laying out the foundation for a growing survey practice in the Puget Sound and North Central Washington markets. If you’re ready to help shape the future of AKS in Washington, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Who You Are

• 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 a valid WA driver's license and a clean driving record; must be insurable to operate an AKS vehicle.
• Ability to pass a drug test.

Nice to Have

• 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.

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.