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SAM · 12 hours ago

Survey Project Manager

Merriam, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

SAM is a leading provider of Managed Geospatial Services™ in North America, known for transforming complex spatial data into actionable insights. As a Survey Project Manager, you will oversee land surveying projects from initiation to completion while ensuring quality standards and client satisfaction are met. This role includes managing project budgets, schedules, and proposals, as well as mentoring a high-performing team and contributing to business development efforts.

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Responsibilities

Lead and 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

Support high-impact infrastructure projects in sectors such as 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 functions 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

Take ownership of team performance and development with the potential to advance into a Department Manager role

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

Qualification

Professional Land Surveyor licenseLand surveying experienceProject managementAutoCADMicroStationGeopakORDMS Office SuiteWritten communicationVerbal communicationMentorshipProblem-solvingTeam leadership

Required

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 a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Proven success managing large-scale survey projects and project teams

Strong proficiency with 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

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

Benefits

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 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