Staff Surveyor

SAM; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Job summary

SAM is seeking a Staff Surveyor to oversee field crews and technicians on large-scale land surveying projects, ensuring work is completed on time and to scope. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, and other teams to coordinate deliverables.

As a licensed Professional Land Surveyor, you will mentor staff on surveying standards, QA/QC, and state requirements while maintaining clear client communication and delivering accurate plats and drawings for critical infrastructure

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor with proven field project leadership.
• Experience supervising technicians on large-scale survey projects.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Ability to coordinate with project managers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, and other teams to complete projects according to the established scope and schedule.
• Supervise technicians and field crews working on large-scale land surveying projects.
• Serve as a primary client contact and maintain clear communication throughout the project.
• Review, sign, and seal plats, drawings, and other survey deliverables.
• Mentor and train technicians on state surveying requirements, technical standards, and QA/QC procedures.
• Perform additional duties that support the company’s projects and strategic goals

Skills

Client coordination

Team supervision

Project coordination

QA/QC procedures

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. 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

The Staff Surveyor is responsible for overseeing technicians and field crews to successfully complete large-scale land surveying projects on schedule. This role works closely with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, and other teams to coordinate project scope, schedules, and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Surveyors, and other teams to complete projects according to the established scope and schedule


• Supervise technicians and field crews working on large-scale land surveying projects


• Serve as a primary client contact and maintain clear communication throughout the project


• Review, sign, and seal plats, drawings, and other survey deliverables


• Mentor and train technicians on state surveying requirements, technical standards, and QA/QC procedures


• Perform additional duties that support the company’s projects and 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

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