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).
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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
The MicroStation / ORD Technician plays a key role in supporting projects by processing collected data, ensuring quality control, and assisting with project deliverables. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical proficiency in MicroStation / ORD and the ability to collaborate with project teams to meet client requirements. Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager, the UC MicroStation / ORD Technician will assist in maintaining data accuracy, working with the utility coordinators, and ensuring compliance with TDOT and GDOT and SAM standards.
- Process utility design files from each utility involved with a project, maintain company standards, ensuring accuracy and compliance with TDOT and/or GDOT styles, formats and expectations.
- Coordinate with project managers to ensure client-specific requirements and project deadlines are met
- Perform routine project tasks to support efficient operations
- Assist with quality control (QC) of client-specific deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to SAM standards
- Monitor / oversee multiple utility coordination projects, perform quality assurance, providing feedback as needed
- Provide technical and administrative support to team members
- Conduct initial quality checks on Utility Design / Concepts to make sure all utilities have proper clearance to perform their work without conflict
- Perform other tasks as needed to support company strategic goals
- Uphold the company’s vision, mission, and core values related to employees, ethics, safety, integrity, and operational excellence
What You Bring to SAM
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferably in construction, engineering, computers, or drafting) or a related field (or equivalent work experience
- 1+ years of MicroStation / ORD drafting experience in utility engineering, utility mapping, utility coordination, or related fields. Previous experience working on TDOT or GDOT projects
- Proficiency in MicroStation / ORD, or similar software for drafting
- Understanding of utility engineering principles,
- Familiarity with survey data, geospatial information, and field-collected utility data is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy and compliance
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with project managers and upper management
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
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:Â Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
- Professional Development:Â 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
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