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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). 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.

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:
<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels </li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Read and interpret various types of maps and plans</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Complete neat and orderly field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices</li></ul>

What You Bring to SAM:
<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li style="margin-bottom:0in">High School diploma or equivalent required</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Valid, current driver’s license required</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">One year industry experience</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Minimum knowledge of land surveying practices and performance of basic types of surveys, mathematical computations, and field operations</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed</li></ul>

Our Perks:
<ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being</li><li>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</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families</li><li>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</li><li>Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks</li><li>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</li></ul>

SAM, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)

Career Development

Construction

Construction Engineering

Construction Inspection

Customer Support/Service

Data Collection

Driver's License

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Land Surveying

Leadership

Licensing

Loading/Unloading

Mathematics

Mentoring

Modems

Operations

Operations Management

Problem Solving Skills

Project/Program Management

Receivers

Safety Process

Safety/Work Safety

Spatial Data

Survey Instruments

Survey Software

Surveying

Topography

Training Program

WINS (Windows Internet Naming Services)

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The Survey Chief for Fiber-Optic Engineering & Construction is the linchpin that transforms raw field data into reliable, build-ready designs, ensuring our fiber networks are deployed safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance. By integrating geospatial data, engineering requirements, and construction logistics, the Survey Chief delivers high-quality, actionable survey outputs that enable efficient, cost-effective fiber-optic buildouts.

Locations: Terre Haute, IN (Hybrid) & Batesville, IN (Hybrid)Company: Aquila Corporation https://www.aquila.us/Department: EngineeringReports To: Engineering Operations ManagerBenefits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life, PTOPosition OverviewThe Survey Chief leads all survey activities that support the planning, design, permitting, and deployment of fiber-optic infrastructure. This role ensures that route-selection surveys, right-of-way (ROW) assessments, underground utility investigations, and construction-site measurements are performed with technical precision, regulatory compliance, and safety as top priorities. By integrating geospatial data, engineering requirements, and construction logistics, the Survey Chief delivers high-quality, actionable survey outputs that enable efficient, cost-effective fiber-optic buildouts.Key ResponsibilitiesFunctional Area and Core DutiesStrategic Survey Planning<ul><li>Define the overall survey strategy for new fiber routes, upgrades, and maintenance projects.</li><li>Align survey objectives with engineering design specs, network capacity targets, and construction schedules.</li><li>Prioritize survey types (aerial, underground, trench, GIS, LiDAR) based on terrain, urban density, and regulatory constraints.</li></ul>Route & Right-of-Way (ROW) Surveys<ul><li>Oversee aerial and ground-based surveys to map existing utilities, easements, and property boundaries.</li><li>Ensure accurate capture of clearance envelopes, conduit depths, and pole-mounting locations.</li><li>Coordinate with local municipalities, utility owners, and land-owner representatives to obtain permits and access agreements.</li></ul>Geospatial Data Management<ul><li>Manage acquisition and processing of GIS layers, satellite imagery, LiDAR point clouds, and GNSS data.</li><li>Maintain a centralized spatial database that integrates survey results with network design tools (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS).</li></ul>Construction-Site Survey Execution<ul><li>Direct field crews in stake-out, as-built verification, trench depth checks, and pole-placement surveys.</li><li>Implement safety protocols (OSHA, local regulations) for field operations, including traffic control and confined-space entry.</li></ul>Quality Assurance & Methodology<ul><li>Establish SOPs for survey methodology (sampling intervals, equipment calibration, data validation).</li><li>Conduct regular QA/QC audits of field data, ensuring positional accuracy (=?±?10?cm for GNSS, =?±?5?cm for LiDAR) and completeness of utility inventories.</li></ul>Team Leadership & Development<ul><li>Supervise a multidisciplinary team of survey engineers, GIS analysts, field technicians, and contract vendors.</li><li>Provide coaching on advanced surveying technologies (UAV photogrammetry, terrestrial laser scanning, RTK GNSS).</li></ul>Vendor & Technology Management<ul><li>Evaluate and manage external survey service providers, drone operators, and equipment vendors.</li><li>Recommend and integrate new tools (e.g., automated pole-mount detection, AI-enhanced utility clash detection).</li></ul>Data Analysis & Reporting<ul><li>Translate raw survey data into engineering-ready deliverables: route alignment files, utility clash reports, construction staking packages, and as-built drawings.</li><li>Produce executive-level status reports highlighting risk factors, schedule impacts, and cost implications.</li></ul>Stakeholder Coordination<ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, construction, permitting, and finance teams.</li><li>Facilitate workshops to review survey findings, resolve utility conflicts, and adjust design assumptions.</li></ul>Regulatory Compliance & Permitting<ul><li>Ensure all surveys meet FCC, state, and local utility-mapping regulations (e.g., NPDES, environmental impact assessments).</li><li>Maintain documentation for audit trails, permit applications, and environmental compliance filings.</li></ul>Budget & Resource Oversight<ul><li>Develop and track the survey operations budget, controlling costs for equipment, labor, and third-party services.</li><li>Optimize crew scheduling and equipment utilization to minimize downtime.</li></ul>Required QualificationsRequirement and DetailsEducationBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PLS – Professional Land Surveyor) is preferred.Experience<ul><li>= 7years of experience conducting surveys for telecommunications or utility infrastructure.</li><li>= 3 years in a supervisory or lead role managing survey teams and external vendors.</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul><li>Proficiency with GNSS/RTK, total stations, UAV/drone photogrammetry, and terrestrial LiDAR.</li><li>Advanced GIS expertise (ArcGIS, QGIS) and familiarity with network-design integration tools (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation).</li><li>Ability to work with engineering software for route optimization and clash detection.</li></ul>Methodology Expertise<ul><li>Strong grasp of utility mapping standards, right-of-way clearance calculations, and underground utility detection methods (GPR, EM induction).</li></ul>Regulatory Knowledge<ul><li>Understanding of FCC fiber-optic deployment rules, state ROW statutes, and local permitting processes.</li></ul>Leadership & Communication<ul><li>Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate with municipal authorities, and present technical findings to senior executives.</li></ul>Safety & Compliance<ul><li>Experience implementing OSHA-compliant field safety programs and managing environmental impact assessments.</li></ul>Soft Skills<ul><li>Detail-oriented, problem-solver, adaptable to field conditions, and capable of making data-driven decisions under tight timelines.</li></ul>Preferred Attributes<ul><li>Experience with OSP Fiber and small cell wireless deployments.</li><li>Familiarity with Trimble equipment (MX50, MX60, MX90, R2, Geode, etc)</li><li>Familiarity with AI-assisted utility detection or machine-learning-based route optimization.</li><li>Certified GIS Professional (GISP) or Certified Survey Technician (CST).</li><li>Background in project management (PMP or equivalent).</li></ul>Performance MetricsMetric and TargetSurvey Completion Rate<ul><li>= 95 % of planned surveys finished on schedule.</li></ul>Positional Accuracy<ul><li>GNSS = ±10 cm; LiDAR =±5 cm for critical assets.</li></ul>Permit Turn-around<ul><li>90% of permits secured within the projected timeframe.</li></ul>Risk Mitigation<ul><li>Reduction of utility-conflict incidents by = 30% year-over-year.</li></ul>Budget Adherence<ul><li>Survey spends within ± 5 % of approved budget.</li></ul>Team Development<ul><li>Annual training hours per employee = 40 hrs; employee engagement score = 4/5.</li></ul>The Survey Chief for Fiber-Optic Engineering & Construction is the linchpin that transforms raw field data into reliable, build-ready designs, ensuring our fiber networks are deployed safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance.

Aquila Corporation

Survey Chief - Engineering & Construction

Acquisitions Management

ArcGIS

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Budgeting

Building Permits

Building Surveying

Calibration

Civil Engineering

Cloud Computing

Coaching

Construction Schedule

Cost Control

Cross-Functional

Data Management

Data Quality

Detail Oriented

Easements

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Software

Environmental Impact

Environmental Management

Establish Priorities

FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

Finance

Geomatics

Geospatial Analysis

Health Insurance

Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR)

Logistics

Machine Learning

Metrics

Negotiation Skills

Network Design

Network Integration

OSHA

On Site Support

Performance Metrics

Photogrammetry

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Requirements Management

Risk

Risk Management

Safety Compliance

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

State Laws and Regulations

Status Reports

Strategic Planning

Subsurface/Underground Exploration

Team Building

Team Lead/Manager

Technical Leadership

Technical Presentation

Technical/Engineering Design

Telecommunications

Time Management

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Vision Plan

Wireless Communications

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Location: Terre Haute, IN (Hybrid)Company: Aquila Corporation https://www.aquila.us/Department: EngineeringReports To: Engineering Operations ManagerBenifits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life, PTOPosition OverviewThe Survey Chief leads all survey activities that support the planning, design, permitting, and deployment of fiber-optic infrastructure. This role ensures that route-selection surveys, right-of-way (ROW) assessments, underground utility investigations, and construction-site measurements are performed with technical precision, regulatory compliance, and safety as top priorities. By integrating geospatial data, engineering requirements, and construction logistics, the Survey Chief delivers high-quality, actionable survey outputs that enable efficient, cost-effective fiber-optic buildouts.Key ResponsibilitiesFunctional Area and Core DutiesStrategic Survey Planning<ul><li>Define the overall survey strategy for new fiber routes, upgrades, and maintenance projects. </li><li>Align survey objectives with engineering design specs, network capacity targets, and construction schedules. </li><li>Prioritize survey types (aerial, underground, trench, GIS, LiDAR) based on terrain, urban density, and regulatory constraints.</li></ul>Route & Right-of-Way (ROW) Surveys<ul><li>Oversee aerial and ground-based surveys to map existing utilities, easements, and property boundaries. </li><li>Ensure accurate capture of clearance envelopes, conduit depths, and pole-mounting locations. </li><li>Coordinate with local municipalities, utility owners, and land-owner representatives to obtain permits and access agreements.</li></ul>Geospatial Data Management<ul><li>Manage acquisition and processing of GIS layers, satellite imagery, LiDAR point clouds, and GNSS data. </li><li>Maintain a centralized spatial database that integrates survey results with network design tools (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS).</li></ul>Construction-Site Survey Execution<ul><li>Direct field crews in stake-out, as-built verification, trench depth checks, and pole-placement surveys. </li><li>Implement safety protocols (OSHA, local regulations) for field operations, including traffic control and confined-space entry.</li></ul>Quality Assurance & Methodology<ul><li>Establish SOPs for survey methodology (sampling intervals, equipment calibration, data validation). </li><li>Conduct regular QA/QC audits of field data, ensuring positional accuracy (=?±?10?cm for GNSS, =?±?5?cm for LiDAR) and completeness of utility inventories.</li></ul>Team Leadership & Development<ul><li>Supervise a multidisciplinary team of survey engineers, GIS analysts, field technicians, and contract vendors. </li><li>Provide coaching on advanced surveying technologies (UAV photogrammetry, terrestrial laser scanning, RTK GNSS).</li></ul>Vendor & Technology Management<ul><li>Evaluate and manage external survey service providers, drone operators, and equipment vendors. </li><li>Recommend and integrate new tools (e.g., automated pole-mount detection, AI-enhanced utility clash detection).</li></ul>Data Analysis & Reporting<ul><li>Translate raw survey data into engineering-ready deliverables: route alignment files, utility clash reports, construction staking packages, and as-built drawings. </li><li>Produce executive-level status reports highlighting risk factors, schedule impacts, and cost implications.</li></ul>Stakeholder Coordination<ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, construction, permitting, and finance teams. </li><li>Facilitate workshops to review survey findings, resolve utility conflicts, and adjust design assumptions.</li></ul>Regulatory Compliance & Permitting<ul><li>Ensure all surveys meet FCC, state, and local utility-mapping regulations (e.g., NPDES, environmental impact assessments). </li><li>Maintain documentation for audit trails, permit applications, and environmental compliance filings.</li></ul>Budget & Resource Oversight<ul><li>Develop and track the survey operations budget, controlling costs for equipment, labor, and third-party services. </li><li>Optimize crew scheduling and equipment utilization to minimize downtime.</li></ul>Required QualificationsRequirement and DetailsEducationBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PLS – Professional Land Surveyor) is preferred.Experience<ul><li>= 7years of experience conducting surveys for telecommunications or utility infrastructure. </li><li>= 3 years in a supervisory or lead role managing survey teams and external vendors.</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul><li>Proficiency with GNSS/RTK, total stations, UAV/drone photogrammetry, and terrestrial LiDAR. </li><li>Advanced GIS expertise (ArcGIS, QGIS) and familiarity with network-design integration tools (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation). </li><li>Ability to work with engineering software for route optimization and clash detection.</li></ul>Methodology Expertise<ul><li>Strong grasp of utility mapping standards, right-of-way clearance calculations, and underground utility detection methods (GPR, EM induction).</li></ul>Regulatory Knowledge<ul><li>Understanding of FCC fiber-optic deployment rules, state ROW statutes, and local permitting processes.</li></ul>Leadership & Communication<ul><li>Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate with municipal authorities, and present technical findings to senior executives.</li></ul>Safety & Compliance<ul><li>Experience implementing OSHA-compliant field safety programs and managing environmental impact assessments.</li></ul>Soft Skills<ul><li>Detail-oriented, problem-solver, adaptable to field conditions, and capable of making data-driven decisions under tight timelines.</li></ul>Preferred Attributes<ul><li>Experience with OSP Fiber and small cell wireless deployments.</li><li>Familiarity with Trimble equipment (MX50, MX60, MX90, R2, Geode, etc)</li><li>Familiarity with AI-assisted utility detection or machine-learning-based route optimization.</li><li>Certified GIS Professional (GISP) or Certified Survey Technician (CST).</li><li>Background in project management (PMP or equivalent).</li></ul>Performance MetricsMetric and TargetSurvey Completion Rate<ul><li>= 95 % of planned surveys finished on schedule.</li></ul>Positional Accuracy<ul><li>GNSS = ±10 cm; LiDAR =±5 cm for critical assets.</li></ul>Permit Turn-around<ul><li>90% of permits secured within the projected timeframe.</li></ul>Risk Mitigation<ul><li>Reduction of utility-conflict incidents by = 30% year-over-year.</li></ul>Budget Adherence<ul><li>Survey spends within ± 5 % of approved budget.</li></ul>Team Development<ul><li>Annual training hours per employee = 40 hrs; employee engagement score = 4/5.</li></ul>The Survey Chief for Fiber-Optic Engineering & Construction is the linchpin that transforms raw field data into reliable, build-ready designs, ensuring our fiber networks are deployed safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance.

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