# Survey Administrator

> BKF · Modesto, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-29

**Salary:** USD 55,000–70,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Land Surveying

## Description

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, environmental, planning, and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.

At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.

The Survey Administrator provides key administrative assistant and operational support to survey teams. Coordinating and manaing travel, expenses, ordering supplies, processing certifications, and assisting with project setup. This role requires a proactive, positive, organized, and resourceful professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

**Responsibilities**

-   Book hotels and arrange travel accommodations for field staff
-   Prepare and process per diem and regular expense reports
-   Troubleshoot field staff administrative needs (e.g., emails, UKG system assistance)
-   Order field supplies and manage bulk supply purchases (hard hats, safety vests, etc.)
-   Coordinate Home Depot and other vendor orders for field crews
-   Manage project badging for survey crews
-   Support team morale by organizing celebrations for project wins and birthdays
-   Track and maintain OSHA certification records
-   Prepare and send W-9 forms to vendors or clients as needed
-   Set up project folders and maintain organized filing systems for project documentation
-   File and archive documentation to ensure records are complete and accessible

## Requirements

-   Previous administrative experience, preferably in construction, engineering, or surveying is preferred
-   Strong organizational and time-management skills
-   Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable learning new software (experience with UKG is a plus)
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-   Ability to work independently while supporting multiple teams
-   Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy

Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

## Benefits

-   The typical base salary range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00 per hour, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
-   Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
-   Generous paid time off packages.
-   9 Paid Holidays.
-   Flexible schedules.
-   Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
-   BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click [here.](https://www.bkf.com/careers/benefits/)

BKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BKF does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF, BKF reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.

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