Staff Surveyor

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

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

• 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

Salary Maximum

USD $110,000.00/per year

Salary Minimum

USD $85,000.00/per year

• 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.

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.