Survey Project Manager

SAM; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

SAM, founded in 1994, is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions with a broad footprint of offices and professionals. The Survey Project Manager will oversee multi-site land survey projects, manage budgets and resources, and drive business development while maintaining high quality and client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes proposal development, staff development, and strong coordination with field and office teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry-related work experience in a professional or management capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large-scale projects.
• Strong proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopack, MS Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly define assignments/deliverables to team members.
• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve on the fly.
• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration with others.
• Professional License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, ensuring services meet quality standards and client specifications.
• Plan and implement procedures to maximize operating efficiency.
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts.
• Sign and seal plats, field notes and control drawings if required.
• Establish work plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects.
• Engage in business development and maintain client relationships.
• Develop and conduct presentations to clients and stakeholders.
• Interface with sub-consultants and other business relationships.
• Provide support to other operational units as needed.
• Manage and report financial status including AR/WIP and billing cycles.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Geopack

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

A Survey Project Manager is responsible for the oversight and reporting of budgets and utilization of resources. This role is the key point of contact between SAM and clients. Survey Project Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of field staff and office staff for multiple land survey projects, including, the tracking of deliverables. They are responsible for proposal writing, business development, and staff development.

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards and client specifications
• Participate in planning and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
• Sign and seal plats, field notes and control drawings if required
• Establish work plans and staffing requirements for multiple land survey projects
• Participate in business development opportunities and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop and conduct presentations to clients and other critical stakeholders
• Effectively interface with sub-consultants and as well as other business relationships
• Provide support to other operational units as needed
• Manage and report financial status including AR/WIP and billing cycles
• Represent company interests while in meetings and trade shows as needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

• 5+ years of industry related work experience in a professional or management capacity
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline/and or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in project/phase management for large scale projects
• Strong proficiency with or understanding of tools such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, Geopack, MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly define assignments/deliverables to team members
• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve on the fly
• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining teamwork and collaboration with others
• Professional License preferred

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