Survey Project Manager

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

A Survey Project Manager is responsible for driving project success, the utilization of resources, and financial responsibility of projects. This role is the primary point of contact between SAM and clients and oversees the day-to-day operations of field and office staff for multiple land survey projects. They are responsible for proposal writing, maintaining and building client relationships, the successful completion of survey projects, and team mentorship.

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.

• Participate in planning and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency

• 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 functions and maintain strong client relationships

• Provide support to other internal operational units as needed

• Manage and report project financials to leadership team

• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

• 5+ years of industry related work experience in a professional or management capacity

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline/and or equivalent experience

• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects

• Strong proficiency with or understanding of software tools such as 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

• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve

• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality, teamwork and collaboration with others

• Local candidates are preferred; however, relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to move to Salt Lake City and obtain Utah licensure

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage 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, 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 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

• 5+ years of industry related work experience in a professional or management capacity

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline/and or equivalent experience

• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects

• Strong proficiency with or understanding of software tools such as 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

• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve

• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality, teamwork and collaboration with others

• Local candidates are preferred; however, relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to move to Salt Lake City and obtain Utah licensure

A Survey Project Manager is responsible for driving project success, the utilization of resources, and financial responsibility of projects. This role is the primary point of contact between SAM and clients and oversees the day-to-day operations of field and office staff for multiple land survey projects. They are responsible for proposal writing, maintaining and building client relationships, the successful completion of survey projects, and team mentorship.

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.

• Participate in planning and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency

• 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 functions and maintain strong client relationships

• Provide support to other internal operational units as needed

• Manage and report project financials to leadership team

• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals