Original Survey Solutions Hired Project Executive
The firm has tapped Ken Sandell to lead its expansion efforts into Southern California.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in People
Original Survey Solutions has appointed Ken Sandell as a Project Executive to establish the company's presence in San Diego. Sandell brings extensive experience from his previous roles in construction and surveying.
Why it matters
This strategic hire allows the firm to broaden its operational reach throughout Southern California. The company is leveraging Sandell's professional background to support its growth goals in the region.
Original Survey Solutions maintains a workforce of more than 50 employees. The firm is currently three years removed from its 2023 founding date.
The players
Ken Sandell
He is a construction industry veteran who began his career as a surveyor in Portland and has spent over a decade in the field.
Original Survey Solutions
This is a construction firm established in 2023 that employs more than 50 people.
Hoffman Construction
This is a large-scale construction company that previously employed Sandell in its Layout and Modeling division.
The details
Ken Sandell will oversee projects in his new role after previously serving as a Survey Manager for Hoffman Construction. He is also contributing to the UCSF Health Helen Diller Hospital project located in San Francisco.
Timeline
Ken Sandell joined a Hoffman Construction subsidiary in 2018.
Original Survey Solutions was founded in 2023.
Original Survey Solutions announced the hiring of Ken Sandell on September 24, 2026.
Market Landscape
This move follows the trend of regional expansion of specialized construction services firms as companies seek to capture market share in competitive Southern California territory. It positions Original Survey Solutions to compete more directly for local project contracts against established regional incumbents.
Local construction clients in Southern California may find increased access to the firm's surveying services through this new San Diego hub. The expanded regional presence is expected to streamline project coordination and local project management.
The takeaway
Strategic hiring is a primary driver for firms looking to enter new regional markets and solidify local professional relationships. By recruiting experienced managers, firms can effectively scale their operations and project capabilities in unfamiliar territories.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The American Surveyor.
