SAM · 20 hours ago
Project Specialist I
SAM is a leading Managed Geospatial Services company with over thirty years of experience in transforming complex spatial data into intelligent insights. The Project Specialist will support operations teams with project administration, financial tracking, documentation management, and communication with clients and internal teams.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and track all project-related expenses, invoices, and payments
Track and report on monthly project financial performance, including costs, revenue, and profit margins
Comprehend and execute all aspects of project initiation and set up with direction from Operations; organize proposals and coordinate with sales staff
Ensure the completeness and accuracy of all project related documentation
Maintain close working relationship with Operations teams and establish consistent and timely meeting times to review projects for maintenance possibilities
Provide assistance in the monitoring, review, and analysis of project related detail and project billings and work with Operations and Project Billing/Support teams to take corrective action when necessary
Assist in client invoice review and communication with internal and external parties related to cash collections
Prepare and publish relevant reports to Operations and Management teams related to project and Organization status and performance
Coordinate ongoing communication with Project Billing/Support teams to stay current on process and procedure updates
Assist with Corporate level support gathering related to internal and external audits as needed
Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
3+ years of related work experience in a professional capacity
Strong mathematics and financial background
Strong computer skills and experience with related software programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly articulate assignments and deliverables
Ability to think critically, analyze data and problem solve and to organize emails and data sets
Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve on the fly
Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration with others
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: 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
Company
SAM
SAM is a provider of complete geospatial data solutions using advanced surveying and mapping technologies.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.7MKey Investors
Austin Ventures
2021-09-29Acquired
2014-03-12Private Equity· $36.7M
Recent News
2025-06-26
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