Active Ohio Professional Surveyor license required
Proven ability to execute professional land survey tasks efficiently
Strong technical skills in AutoCAD and MS Office
Attention to detail with experience in QA/QC procedures
Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
Experience in utility, pipeline, transmission, substation, or renewable energy projects preferred
Responsibilities
Coordinate with Project Managers and teams to plan and execute survey work
Provide technical oversight to survey technicians and field crews
Review survey plats and drawings for accuracy and compliance
Sign and seal survey documents under your charge
Communicate with clients to clarify requirements and provide updates
Mentor survey technicians on state requirements and QA/QC procedures
Support additional project needs as assigned
Benefits
Health insurance coverage with BlueCross BlueShield, dental plans, and free vision coverage
Employee Referral Rewards Program with bonuses up to $5K
Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
Customized career development plans and training programs
Access to discounts on wellness, travel, and everyday purchases
Full Job Description
Your Impact at SAM
We're looking for a Staff Surveyor to join our Mideast team and help lead large-scale land surveying projects. This position can work remotely from anywhere in the United States. An active Ohio Professional Surveyor license is required, but Ohio residency is not.
This role focuses on the technical aspects of surveying and delivering accurate, high-quality survey products. You'll work closely with Project Managers and other professional surveyors to prepare and review deliverables for pipelines, transmission lines, substations, renewable energy facilities, and large-scale utility programs. Your work will provide the reliable survey data clients need to make critical infrastructure decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate with Project Managers, professional surveyors, and project teams to plan and execute survey work within the established scope and schedule.
Provide technical oversight and direction to survey technicians and field crews supporting large-scale land surveying projects.
Review survey plats, drawings, and related deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Ohio surveying requirements.
Sign and seal survey plats and drawings prepared under your responsible charge.
Communicate with clients to clarify project requirements, provide updates, and address technical questions.
Mentor and train survey technicians on state surveying requirements, technical practices, and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures.
Support additional project and team needs as assigned.
What You Bring to SAM
Professional Land Surveyor License
Demonstrated ability to efficiently execute professional land survey tasks
Strong technical skill set, including AutoCAD and MS Office
Strong attention to detail and experience applying quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures.
Ability to collaborate with Project Managers, surveyors, and technicians while managing technical assignments and meeting deadlines.
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical requirements to clients and colleagues.
Experience supporting utility, pipeline, transmission, substation, or renewable energy projects 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
Salary Maximum
USD $110,000.00/per year Salary Minimum
USD $85,000.00/per year
About SAM llc
SAM LLC is a provider of geospatial data solutions for the energy industry. The company's products and services include aerial mapping, land surveying, and geographic information systems (GIS) consulting. SAM LLC's technology is used by energy companies to plan and manage their operations, as well as to comply with regulatory requirements. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
