Talent.com
Chief Surveyor - Design & Construction - SFO (5216) - 145105

Chief Surveyor - Design & Construction - SFO (5216) - 145105

City and County of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA, US
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
job_description.job_card.job_description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT : PROVISIONAL (TPV)

Provisional.  A provisional appointee must participate and be successful in a Civil Service Examination process for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for a permanent appointment.  Provisional appointments may not exceed three (3) years.

This announcement has been reissued to accept additional applications.  Applicants who previously submitted an application need not re-apply.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below :

  • Application Reopening :   Wednesday, July 16, 2025
  • Application Previously Opened :   Friday, June 21, 2024
  • Application Deadline : Apply immediately. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this announcement may close at any time after 5 : 00 PM (Pacific Time) on Friday, August 1, 2025.
  • Compensation Range :  $151,034 - $183,612 Annually
  • Recruitment ID :   RTF0145104 / TPV-5216-145105

Working at SFO :

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) , an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees and is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer.

SFO is more than an airport—we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in environmental sustainability, equity, and forward-thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience.

Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first.

Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.

Learn more about careers at SFO at flysfo.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky and Threads.

Job Description

Under general direction, manages a section or division by planning, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of a group of technical and professional personnel engaged in land survey activities or the processing of map applications and the monument preservation and maintenance program.

You are excited about this position because you will :

  • Manages a section or division by planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating the work of subordinates.  Reviews surveying or map requirements and resolves problems as needed.  Examines areas to be surveyed and assigns the appropriate survey party.  Checks field survey or map work in progress and directs subordinates when necessary.  Performs surveying or map processing operations when necessary to assist staff in difficult situations.
  • Collects and reviews survey notes or map applications for completeness and accuracy. Supervises the maintenance of official records, maps, and survey reports and the preparation of related reports.
  • Develops, interprets, and coordinates surveying and map processing policy and methods for the department.
  • Processes and checks subdivision map applications, plans, and survey records prepared by licensed land surveyors for technical and record information accuracy with respect to the California Subdivision Map Act and the San Francisco Subdivision
  • Writes and checks boundary legal descriptions and performs other professional duties which require a licensed land surveyor.
  • Manages horizontal and vertical control systems which may include use of Global Positioning System (GPS) monumentation / documentation program. Implements and maintains Geographic Information System (GIS) base map system.
  • Updates codes and regulations and reviews proposed bills and budget, cost, and fee assessments.  Makes regular contacts with the general public, other departments, contractors, private surveyors, and outside organizations relative to municipal mapping and survey.
  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications

  • Four (4) years of experience supervising survey parties.
  • Possession of a valid California Professional Land Surveyor License, or a valid California Civil Engineer License (issued in 1981 or before).
  • Possession of a valid California driver license (at least Class C).
  • Desirable Qualifications :

  • Ability to communicate with public, management, clients and other governmental and private agencies.
  • Experience with managing, prioritizing, assigning, and coordinating the activities of survey staff.
  • Familiarity with modern surveying equipment with GPS functionality and computing software.
  • Experience with easements and legal descriptions.
  • Applicants will receive a confirmation email from  notification@careers.sf.gov  that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records.  Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

    Verification of Education and Experience

    Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at How to Verify Education Requirements | Department of Human Resources.

    Note : Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

    All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

    Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

    Additional Information

    Selection Procedure :

    After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following :

    The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates.  If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited for an interview.

    Notes :   Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

    Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Clearance :

    Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission are required to undergo a criminal history record check, including FBI fingerprints, and Security Threat Assessment in order to determine eligibility for security clearance and may be required to undergo drug / alcohol screening.  Per Civil Service Commission Rule Section 110.9.1, every applicant for an examination must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for the examination.  Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission.

    Customs Clearance :

    This position requires that the incumbent be qualified for unescorted access to the San Francisco International Airport U.S. Customs Security Area.  An application for a U.S. Custom Access Seal may be submitted to Customs ONLY after employment has commenced.  Employment in this position requires that the incumbent submit an application for, successfully acquire and maintain a Customs Access Seal.  Per Civil Service Commission Rule 110.9.1, every applicant must possess and maintain the qualifications required by law and by the examination announcement for this examination.  Failure to acquire or maintain customs access, a requirement for this position, may be basis for termination from employment with the Airport Commission. Customs Access Seal requirements and procedures are located in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 19, Part 122, Sections 181 or 189.

    Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights :

    Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at  https : / / careers.sf.gov / .

    Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco :

  • Information About the Hiring Process
  • Conviction History
  • Employee Benefits Overview
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • Disaster Service Worker
  • ADA Accommodation
  • Right to Work
  • Copies of Application Documents
  • Diversity Statement
  • HOW TO APPLY

    Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are  only  accepted through an online process. Visit  https : / / careers.smartrecruiters.com / CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1 /  and begin the application process.

  • Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen
  • Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

    Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records.  Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

    If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the recruitment analyst Charlene Cun at  charlene.cun@flysfo.com.

    The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV / AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV / AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Construction Surveyor • San Francisco, CA, US

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Manager, Mechanical Simulation & AnalysisMechanical Design Engineering • Berkeley, CA; Weirton, WV; Somerville, MA • Full time • On-site

    Senior Manager, Mechanical Simulation & AnalysisMechanical Design Engineering • Berkeley, CA; Weirton, WV; Somerville, MA • Full time • On-site

    Form EnergyBerkeley, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Are you ready to build America's energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company.We're revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sr. Design Engineer

    Sr. Design Engineer

    RIX INDUSTRIESBenicia, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologie...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Minnesota Licensed Chief Financial Officer

    Minnesota Licensed Chief Financial Officer

    VirtualVocationsFremont, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    A company is looking for a CAAS Chief Financial Officer.Key Responsibilities Manage financial reporting operations for outsourced accounting clients and serve as a Trusted Advisor Oversee budget...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    Licensed Land Surveyor / LSIT / PLS / Survey Chief

    Licensed Land Surveyor / LSIT / PLS / Survey Chief

    L. A. Stevens & AssociatesNovato, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
    Novato, Marin County, California.With thirty years of doing business throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, L.Land Surveying firm seeking a Licensed Land Surveyor (LSIT or PLS or Survey Party Chief...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Lead Plumbing Engineer

    Lead Plumbing Engineer

    ACCO Engineered SystemsPleasanton, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This position is responsible for independently delivering engineering services, from conceptual design through construction completion. Essential Duties & Responsibilities.Complete project planning,...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Design Engineer

    Design Engineer

    ACCO Engineered SystemsPleasanton, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This position is responsible for the delivery of engineering services, from conceptual design through construction completion of HVAC, Plumbing, and other contract services offered by ACCO Engineer...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Structural Engineer

    Senior Structural Engineer

    ACCO Engineered SystemsPleasanton, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This position is responsible for independently delivering engineering services, with a proven track record of excellence from conceptual design through construction completion.Essential Duties & Re...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Estimator

    Senior Estimator

    Metric GeoSunnyvale, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    I’m partnered with one of the.With a strong pipeline of high-profile work, they’re now seeking a talented.This is more than just an estimating role — it’s a chance to step i...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Geotechnical Engineer

    Geotechnical Engineer

    JobotPleasanton, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Long time established Geotechnical engineering firm seeks Engineer!.This Jobot Job is hosted by : Aaron Erickson.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Preconstruction Manager

    Preconstruction Manager

    MyGreat Recruitment Inc.Hayward, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Please do not direct message the author of this job advert.Due to the high number of applicants they will be unable to respond. The Pre-construction Manager will oversee planning, estimating, and bu...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sr Director and Chief Estimator (Hybrid)

    Sr Director and Chief Estimator (Hybrid)

    CRBEmeryville, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Sr Director And Chief Estimator (Hybrid).CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Foundation Inspector / Engineer

    Foundation Inspector / Engineer

    BEAR Engineering Inc.Hayward, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    FEFF;Foundation & Drainage Inspector / Engineer (On-Site in the Bay Area, CA).BEAR Engineering provides independent, objective & data driven foundation, drainage, seismic & retaining wa...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Plumbing Design Engineer

    Plumbing Design Engineer

    JobotSan Francisco, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Plumbing Design Engineer (Healthcare / Labs) – Hybrid.This Jobot Job is hosted by : Tony Barhoum.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary : $10...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Geotechnical Engineer

    Senior Geotechnical Engineer

    Certerra (formerly RMA Companies)Berkeley, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineere...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Estimator - Civil / Earthworks

    Estimator - Civil / Earthworks

    CyberCodersSan Rafael, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    For over six decades, this family-owned general engineering contractor has been shaping Northern California's infrastructure with precision and integrity. Specializing in earthwork, grading, und...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Geotechnical Engineer (Senior-Level)

    Geotechnical Engineer (Senior-Level)

    Shannon & Wilson IncConcord, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington.Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Staff Commissioning EngineerProject Engineering • Berkeley, CA • Full time • On-site

    Staff Commissioning EngineerProject Engineering • Berkeley, CA • Full time • On-site

    Form EnergyBerkeley, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Are you ready to build America's energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company.We're revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Staff Field Engineer Project Engineering • Berkeley, CA; Minneapolis, MN • Full time • On-site

    Staff Field Engineer Project Engineering • Berkeley, CA; Minneapolis, MN • Full time • On-site

    Form EnergyBerkeley, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Are you ready to build America's energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company.We're revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30