Project Surveyor

Company: Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Firm Background Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1990, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc . (HHPR) is a firm of engineers, planners, landscape architects, surveyors, and natural resources scientists who provide integrated services for transportation, utility, and water infrastructure; public/private site development, and recreational parks and trails facilities. With a growing staff of over 115, we serve clients across Oregon and southwestern Washington from our offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, and Vancouver. We Offer: Our culture is one of dedicated individuals who take our clients’ needs seriously while having fun. We support our teammates’ aspirations and provide the opportunity to achieve professional and personal goals. We are respectful of individuals’ personal lives and strive for an efficient and effective work life balance. It is because of this our employees have distinguished us with both national and regional awards for one of the Best Firms to Work For . What We Are Seeking: HHPR is seeking a Project Surveyor who will be responsible for managing and executing a variety of survey projects ranging from small site surveys to transportation projects in our Portland, OR office. This position will utilize terrestrial and GPS survey methods, engage in client relations, plan survey projects, direct field crews, and prepare reports and other deliverables. We require that the project surveyor possess boundary, control, and topographic surveying experience. Additionally, they must have the ability to work independently, be flexible and adjust to changing project conditions and needs. Responsibilities: Support Civil Engineering related work including roadway design, site design, utility design. Function as lead surveyor on a variety of survey projects in collaboration with the survey staff and the project team. Independently plan, conduct, and supervise field and office staff in terrestrial and GPS surveys, data processing, and technical analyses. Produce and oversee production of project deliverables, ensuring deliverables are within established HHPR project parameters, quality control guidelines and professional standards. Prepare scopes of work and cost estimates. Ability to utilize scanning equipment and data a plus. Mentor junior staff. Perform other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Current Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in the state of Oregon and/or Washington, with at least 5 years' experience. Proficient using AutoCAD Civil 3D (MicroStation and InRoads experience a bonus). Proficient with general survey software like Star*Net, Trimble Business Center, Data Processing Software and GPS Software. Proficient with general office software such as Microsoft products. Strong written and oral communication skills. Prefer B.S. in Surveying or a related field, not required. Prefer laser scanning and/or UAV experience, not required. Our Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits which include: Generous employer paid 401(k) contributions, requiring no match to receive 100% company paid premiums for health, alternative care, vision and dental premiums for employee and dependents Company paid long term disability and life insurance Paid vacation, sick and holiday time Supplemental insurance benefits Wellness and fitness benefits Public transportation reimbursement Company paid Professional license and association fees Opportunity for company stock ownership Employee engagement, celebrations, and events throughout the year Interested? Please submit resume and cover letter. HHPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Recruiters, please note: We are not accepting agency submissions for this role. Direct applicants only.

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