SAM
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SAM . Who We Are: SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client\'s business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. Your Impact at SAM As a
Survey Project Manager
at SAM, you will lead the successful execution of complex land surveying projects from kickoff to closeout, delivering high-quality results that exceed client expectations. You’ll serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring project milestones, budgets, and standards are met across multiple active sites. You’ll oversee both field and office operations, mentor a high-performing team, and contribute to business development through proposal writing and relationship management. This role offers opportunities to grow into senior leadership roles such as Department Manager and to contribute to infrastructure projects in sectors like renewable energy and electric utilities.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage land survey projects from start to finish, ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.
Plan and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency.
Support high-impact infrastructure projects in renewables, energy, and electric utilities.
Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts.
Sign and seal plats, field notes, and control drawings as required.
Establish project management plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects.
Participate in local industry networking and maintain strong client relationships.
Provide support to other internal operational units as needed.
Manage project financial performance and provide reporting and updates to leadership.
Support team development with potential to advance into a Department Manager role.
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals.
What You Bring to SAM
5+ years of professional experience in land surveying with demonstrated project and/or team management responsibilities.
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Proven success managing large-scale survey projects and project teams.
Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD, and MS Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly state project assignments/deliverables to team members.
A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentorship and team growth.
Ability to manage competing deadlines, solve problems in real-time, and maintain high-quality standards under pressure.
Our Perks
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Highly competitive compensation package. Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2.5K or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS program, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Perks at Work discounts on wellness, travel, leisure, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards: SAM named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
EEO SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.
Salary: USD $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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Join to apply for the
Survey Project Manager
role at
SAM . Who We Are: SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client\'s business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. Your Impact at SAM As a
Survey Project Manager
at SAM, you will lead the successful execution of complex land surveying projects from kickoff to closeout, delivering high-quality results that exceed client expectations. You’ll serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring project milestones, budgets, and standards are met across multiple active sites. You’ll oversee both field and office operations, mentor a high-performing team, and contribute to business development through proposal writing and relationship management. This role offers opportunities to grow into senior leadership roles such as Department Manager and to contribute to infrastructure projects in sectors like renewable energy and electric utilities.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage land survey projects from start to finish, ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.
Plan and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency.
Support high-impact infrastructure projects in renewables, energy, and electric utilities.
Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts.
Sign and seal plats, field notes, and control drawings as required.
Establish project management plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects.
Participate in local industry networking and maintain strong client relationships.
Provide support to other internal operational units as needed.
Manage project financial performance and provide reporting and updates to leadership.
Support team development with potential to advance into a Department Manager role.
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals.
What You Bring to SAM
5+ years of professional experience in land surveying with demonstrated project and/or team management responsibilities.
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license required.
Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Proven success managing large-scale survey projects and project teams.
Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD, and MS Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly state project assignments/deliverables to team members.
A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentorship and team growth.
Ability to manage competing deadlines, solve problems in real-time, and maintain high-quality standards under pressure.
Our Perks
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Highly competitive compensation package. Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2.5K or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS program, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Perks at Work discounts on wellness, travel, leisure, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards: SAM named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
EEO SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.
Salary: USD $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SAM by 2x
Get notified about new Survey Project Manager jobs in
Merriam, KS .
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