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:
Join a team where your technical expertise has a direct impact on the successful delivery of complex surveying projects. As a Senior Survey Office Technician, you'll serve as a key technical resource, partnering with Project Managers and field crews to transform survey data into high-quality deliverables while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to industry standards. Beyond production, you'll play an important role in mentoring staff, improving workflows, and supporting the successful execution of projects from kickoff through final delivery.
If you're passionate about technical excellence, enjoy solving complex surveying challenges, and want to help develop the next generation of survey professionals, we'd love to have you on our team.
- Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure project requirements are met in the office & the field
- Process field data and perform initial CAD work on land survey deliverables
- Quality control assistance of client specific deliverables
- Monitor field crew production & quality assurance
- Train field / office staff in best practices & standards
- Provide field support for the land survey staff as needed
- Perform initial QC of field deliverables according to standards & best practices
- Perform QC checks on-site to verify the quality of work
- Daily processing of data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, & ensuring compliance to applicable regulations, professional, & industry standards related to boundary calculations, legal descriptions, etc.
- Perform deed research, deed plotting & map checks
- Prepare land survey plats and drawings, legal descriptions & alignment drawings
- Provide technical office support (brief & de-brief) for field crews
- Perform quality control checks of land survey plats and drawings prepared by others
- Ensure schedules & productivity objectives for preparation of land survey plats & drawings are met
What You Bring to SAM:
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center; MicroStation experience is a plus.
- Experience processing field data from GNSS, total stations, and other survey equipment.
- Strong understanding of boundary analysis, deed research, legal descriptions, and survey calculations.
- Ability to review technical deliverables for accuracy and ensure compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience mentoring or training junior staff is preferred.
- Familiarity with GIS platforms is a plus.
- Surveyor-in-Training (S.I.T.) certification is preferred but not required.
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