Senior Construction Manager – Transportation Projects Lead

SAM; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Financial benefits

Work-life balance

Professional development

Perks and discounts

Culture and awards

Job summary

SAM, a nationwide geospatial and construction‑phase leader, seeks a seasoned Construction Manager/Inspector to oversee projects, supervise personnel, and maintain client relations. You will coordinate materials testing, documentation, and inspections while guiding staff and contributing to proposals and business development.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years in transportation facility construction management, strong communication, and a degree in Construction Technology or related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in Construction Management or Inspection of transportation facilities including highways and bridges.
• Proven Project and Client Management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects and operations, including supervision of personnel and resources.
• Oversee project documentation and maintain client relations.
• Coordinate materials testing, inspection planning, and execution.
• Review and manage project documentation and conditions before and during construction.
• Supervise construction inspectors and support marketing efforts.
• Assist in staff hiring and development, and represent the company at conferences.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction technology degree

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. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

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

Manage construction project and operations, to include, supervision of personnel and resources, project documentation oversight and development and maintenance of client relations.

• Materials testing and inspection planning and coordination
• Thorough project documentation
• Construction engineering, inspection, observation and verification
• Traffic control compliance reviews
• Construction estimation payment review and recommendation
• Review, monitor and evaluate project documentation
• Recording of project conditions before and during construction
• Manage construction inspectors
• Assist in development and execution of marketing plan
• Identify candidates, assist in hiring process and manage staff
• Attend conferences as company representative
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Responsible for business development
• Participate in the development of proposals and interviews
  
  

What You Bring to SAM

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in Construction Management or Inspection of transportation facilities including highways and bridges
• Proven Project and Client Management skills
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards
• Construction Technology or similar degree preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication experience
• Depending on jurisdiction and client requirement may need to be a licensed P.E., or have the ability to get license within six months of employment
  
  

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