Survey Project Manager

SAM; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Paid time off

Parental leave

CAD Training Program

Mentorship program

SAM WINS program

Milestone recognition

Perks at Work

Company events

Free snacks

Top Workplace award

Job summary

SAM is seeking a seasoned Survey Project Manager to lead complex land surveying programs from inception through delivery, overseeing both field crews and office teams. You will drive proposal development, budgets, schedules, and contracts while ensuring adherence to standards and client expectations.

You will cultivate strong client relationships, mentor staff, and report on project financials, contributing to SAM’s growth and excellence in geospatial solutions across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in a professional or management capacity within surveying or geospatial fields.
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in AZ, UT, ID, NV, or CO.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing large-scale land survey projects and teams.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead land survey projects from initiation to completion while ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
• Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Oversee field and office staff and mentor project teams.
• Build and maintain client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Provide financial reporting on project performance to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Leadership

Team mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Geopak

ORD

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.

Why SAM

SAM is committed to fostering long-term professional growth in a supportive and stable environment. We invest in our employees through ongoing training, mentorship, and clear career development opportunities, including assistance with obtaining professional licensure through guidance, resources, and support. Our strong and consistent financial performance provides stability and opportunity, allowing team members to focus on producing high-quality work while growing their careers. This commitment to our people and culture has earned SAM national recognition as a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace in the United States based on employee feedback. This honor highlights SAM\'s strong company culture, collaboration, supportive environment and dedication to employee success and well-being.

Your Impact at SAM

A Survey Project Manager is responsible for driving project success, the utilization of resources, and financial responsibility of projects. This role is the primary point of contact between SAM and clients and oversees the day-to-day operations of field and office staff for multiple land survey projects. They are responsible for proposal writing, maintaining and building client relationships, the successful completion of survey projects, and team mentorship.

• Manage land survey projects from start to finish, while ensuring services meet company quality standards, client specifications, and state standards.
• 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 as required
• Establish project management plans and staffing for multiple land survey projects
• Participate in local industry networking functions and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide support to other internal operational units as needed
• Manage and report project financials to leadership team
• 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
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License in the state of Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Nevada, or Colorado.
• 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 software tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Geopak, ORD, and MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to clearly state project assignments/deliverables to team members
• Ability to oversee, mentor and motivate a project team
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and problem solve
• Ability to meet or exceed aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality, teamwork and collaboration with others
• Local candidates are preferred; however, relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates seeking to move to Phoenix and obtain licensure

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