What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Project Manager position at SAM, LLC?
Who We Are
For over thirty years, 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
The Survey Project Manager is responsible for leading land surveying projects from initiation through completion, with a primary focus on transportation and public service sectors. This role ensures that all project deliverables meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, company quality standards, and financial goals. As the main point of contact between SAM and its clients, the Survey Project Manager oversees both field and office teams, drives business development efforts, and supports staff growth and development.
- Manage transportation and public-sector land survey projects from planning through delivery
- Prepare and oversee proposals, budgets, schedules, contracts, and billing
- Supervise field and office teams, assigning resources and setting work plans
- Sign and seal plats, field notes, and right-of-way drawings as needed
- Implement systems to improve efficiency and ensure quality standards
- Serve as the primary contact for clients and maintain strong relationships
- Drive business development and lead proposal efforts for public projects
- Present project updates and technical reports to clients and stakeholders
- Coordinate with sub-consultants and internal teams for seamless execution
- Track project financials, including AR, WIP, and overall profitability
- Mentor staff on technical standards and agency requirements
- Represent SAM at client meetings, trade shows, and industry events
What You Bring to SAM
- Previous experience managing large scale Transportation/Public Service survey projects
- Strong proficiency with or understanding of tools such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, Geopack, MS Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly define assignments/deliverables to team members
- Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team
- Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve on the fly
- Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration with others
- Professional License required
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: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, 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 to support families
- 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 - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
- Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness travel leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
- Culture and Awards/Achievements: 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.
