About Jepson & Associates

Our Story

Back on New Year's Day in 1968, Ronald T. Jepson, a seasoned Professional Land Surveyor and Civil Engineer, decided to start something new. Fresh from a three-year stint as the Assistant City Engineer for the City of Bellingham, he founded our company.

Starting from his home, the company quickly outgrew its humble beginnings, moving to an office on Cornwall Avenue within three years. Our first projects? They were for the Port of Bellingham, the Bellingham School District, and the City and County Parks Departments. Around the same time, we started working on subdivision projects, a tradition we've kept alive to this day. In fact, we've helped create over 2,000 residential lots since then.

Today, we're all about Boundary and Construction Land Surveying, with a side of Short Plats and Boundary Line Adjustment services. We've also branched out into Drone and Bathymetric work, always looking for new ways to serve our clients.

Meet Our Team

  • Principal Engineer

    Land Surveyor | No. 9361

    Ron Jepson, founder of Jepson Surveying, is a Professional Engineer (PE) and Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) with over 50 years of experience. Originally from England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1953 and started the company in Bellingham, WA, in 1968. Ron holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science from the University of Washington (UW) and is licensed in Washington State (Lic # 9361).

    As a member of the Land Surveyors Association of Washington (LSAW), Ron has been a dedicated leader in advancing the profession. His expertise includes Land Surveying, Civil Engineering and land development.

    Ron is also an active member of Rotary International, regularly attending local meetings and visiting Rotary clubs during his travels, reflecting his commitment to community service.

  • Survey Manager

    Chris is a registered Professional Land Surveyor in Washington State (Lic # 55832) with over a decade of experience in the land surveying industry. Joining Jepson Surveying in 2010, Chris has contributed significantly to the company’s continued success, providing expert surveying services for a wide range of residential, commercial, and land development projects across Whatcom, Skagit, Island, and Snohomish Counties. His expertise spans boundary surveying, construction staking, land divisions, and detailed property assessments.

    In 2022-2023, Chris served as the President of the Land Surveyors of Washington Association (LSAW), where he played a vital role in advancing the profession and advocating for land surveyors across Washington State.

    Chris is dedicated to integrating the latest surveying technologies and methodologies into his work, utilizing advanced equipment like Robotic Total Stations, GPS systems, and AutoCAD Civil 3D to ensure accuracy and efficiency in every project.

    Washington State Professional Land Surveyor (Lic # 55832)
    Bachelor of Arts – Western Washington University (WWU)

  • Sr. Project Surveyor

    Stefan Laufer joined Jepson Surveying in May 2023 as a Senior Project Surveyor, bringing decades of experience in the field across the Pacific Northwest, including Alaska, Canada, Oregon, Idaho, and North Dakota. Originally from Switzerland, Stefan has developed a keen eye for detail, ensuring precision and accuracy in every aspect of his work.

    With a strong background in complex survey projects, Stefan’s expertise spans a wide range of surveying applications, and he is dedicated to delivering high-quality results for each client. His experience and attention to detail make him an invaluable asset to the team.

    Stefan holds a Washington State Professional Land Surveyor license (#41035) and continues to expand his skills to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

    Professional Land Surveyor License – Washington State (#41035)

Alex Chose

Project Surveyor &
Land Use Dept. Lead

Colton Nordby, LSIT

Project Surveyor

Rachel Croteau, LSIT

Mark Pollack

Project Surveyor

Drafting / Survey Technician

Dallas Betz

Survey Technician

Zack Ward

Survey Technician

Shelley Jepson

Building Manager

Chelsea Jepson

Business Manager

Rex

Field Support

Brynn Burdge

Duke

Office Bunny

Client Engagement Lead

Investing in Safety: CPR & First Aid Training

As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and community responsibility, our entire team — including both field and office staff — recently completed an 8-hour CPR and First Aid certification course. We were fortunate to be guided through the training by Brian of Backcountry Medical Guides, whose hands-on instruction and real-world experience made the course both practical and engaging.
Emergencies don’t come with warnings, and this training equips us with improved confidence and skills to respond when it matters most — whether on a job site or out in our community. We’re proud to have a team ready to be part of the solution.

“Surveying is a fair and accurate measurement of property to further the goals and dreams of the community.”

- Chelsea Jepson

Family owned and operated since 1968.

Our mission is to provide precise, reliable and innovative land surveying services that empower our clients to make informed decisions and take their projects from plans to reality. We are committed to delivering exceptional results through expertise, attention to detail and a deep understanding of the unique needs of the communities we serve.

Professional Affiliations

At Jepson & Associates, our commitment to excellence doesn't stop with our team.

We believe in staying connected, informed, and at the forefront of our industry.

That's why we're proud members and affiliates of several esteemed professional associations. These affiliations not only enhance our knowledge and skills but also signify our dedication to upholding the highest standards in surveying and engineering.

  • Land Surveyors’ Association of Washington is a professional organization representing over 1500 individuals practicing in various surveying disciplines. LSAW provides a means to keep its members informed of changes in laws, regulations, and rapidly changing technology. They work together to protect the principles and practices upon which surveying was founded.

  • The Building Industry Association of Whatcom County Building Industry Association of Whatcom County is a private, non-profit trade organization of builders, remodelers, and other home building and construction related businesses. Founded in Bellingham in 1978, BIAWC serves the interests of our industry in governmental affairs, professional development, social and networking opportunities, and community service.

  • The Hydrographic Society of America is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to promoting education in hydrography, inshore surveying, inland waters surveying, offshore surveying, positioning and mapping/charting, including related earth sciences.

  • The National Society of Professional Surveyors monitors and comments on legislation, regulation, & policies that potentially impact its members' and clients' activities. It collaborates with many other organizations within the geospatial community on issues of mutual interest.

  • The Western Federation of Professional Surveyors is a regional non-profit organization composed of Land Surveyor associations representing the 13 western states. WFPS is dedicated to education, fostering common goals within the Western states, and providing a regional voice at the national level.

  • The International Federation of Surveyors is a federation of national member associations and covers the whole range of professional fields within the global surveying, geomatics, geodesy, and geo-information community. It provides an international forum for discussion and development aiming to promote professional practice and standards.

  • The American Association for Geodetic Surveying aims to lead the community of geodetic, surveying, and land information data users. AAGS provides educational programs, including presentations, seminars, and workshops on topics related to geodetic surveying and articles and papers that inform the membership of the latest scientific and technological developments and how to implement them in the most cost-effective and efficient manner.