Licensed Staff Surveyor

Gdbgeospatial; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Paid time off

Parental leave

Career development

CAD Training

Mentorship program

Perks at Work discounts

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Staff Surveyor to lead a team of technicians and field crews on large-scale land surveying projects in Virginia. You will coordinate with Project Surveyors and the Project Manager to align scope and schedule and ensure quality and safety standards.

You will mentor staff on state survey requirements and QA/QC processes, sign and seal plats, and serve as the primary client contact, helping SAM deliver accurate, timely results for complex infrastructure

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor or eligible to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with large-scale land surveying projects and project management.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other professional surveyors and teams to execute land survey project scope and schedule as established by the Survey Project Manager.
• Supervise technicians and field crews to complete large-scale land surveying projects.
• Serve as the client contact for SAM and signing and sealing plats and drawings.
• Mentor and train a team of technicians on state survey requirements and QA/QC processes.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals.

Skills

Project management experience

Team supervision

Client liaison

QA/QC processes

Education

Professional Land Surveyor License

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM

The Staff Surveyor is responsible for supervising a team of technicians and field crews to complete large-scale land surveying projects in accordance with the project schedule. This role will coordinate with other Project Surveyors and teams to execute project scope and schedule as established by the Project Manager.

• Coordinate with other professional surveyors and teams to execute land survey project scope and schedule as established by the Survey Project Manager
• Supervise technicians and field crews to complete large-scale land surveying projects
• Serve as the client contact for SAM and signing and sealing plats and drawings
• Mentor and train a team of technicians on state survey requirements and QA/QC processes
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

• Demonstrated ability to efficiently execute professional land survey tasks
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large-scale survey projects
• Strong technical skill set, including AutoCAD and MS Office
• Professional Land Surveyor License required or ability to obtain within 6 months

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