Professional Development

Committed to Your Upward Mobility

At SAM, we champion upward mobility, believing that the growth of our employees propels both the success of our clients and our business. As a member of our team, you’ll find opportunities from day one to learn, contribute, and lead. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a veteran returning to civilian life, or a mid-level technician looking to advance your career to the next stage, we have a program to support your ongoing development. With cutting-edge tools and mentorship from the industry’s best experts, you’re set for a journey of continuous professional growth. Joining SAM is just the beginning of your career.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BENEFITS AND PROGRAMS

SAM University

Project Manager Business Academy

Tuition Reimbursement

SAM Ambassador Mentorship

Veteran Ambassador

New Licensure + Certification Support

Apprenticeship Program

Work Study Program

Professional Development

SAM provides a wide range of in-house training in the areas of field and office operations, project management, corporate services, and business leadership. We actively help our professionals secure the continuing education unit credits needed to maintain industry certifications. We must help each other be successful. That’s why many of our licensed professionals participate in company-wide study groups to prepare for certification and licensure exams, leveraging our expertise in Managed Geospatial Services™. These study programs are conducted in affiliation with state board associations and are open to all interested employees.

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Leadership Development

SAM is looking for the next generation of managers and leaders. Our leadership development program prepares you with the skills to become influential and inspiring leaders. We are committed to providing you with access to the education, resources, and support you need to grow. SAM employees are driven to learn and excel, and we support this growth-focused mindset. Whether you seek greater depth within your expertise, change scope in your current position,or explore new opportunities, we’ll support you in achieving your career aspirations.

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Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders

Through our comprehensive internship training and career opportunities, we offer a dynamic platform for students and recent graduates to learn best practices for collecting accurate and reliable Geospatial data from some of the industry’s leading experts. We’ll guide you to create innovative solutions through forward-thinking approaches, leveraging modern scientific instruments, digital equipment, and software solutions. Immerse yourself in a culture that encourages creativity and fosters holistic growth, empowering you to make informed business decisions over the infrastructure lifecycle.

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Serving Our Veterans

SAM values the skills, maturity, and leadership our military veterans bring to the job. We are an approved Department of Defense Skill Bridge partner, providing opportunities for service members to develop through mentorship and ongoing assistance as they transition to the private sector.

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Hear from Our Talented Team

"At SAM, I've found not just a job, but a platform for professional growth unlike any other. The technology, resources, and supportive leadership have empowered me to excel as a Senior PM, from intern to project manager, in a culture where success isn't about waiting for opportunities, but seizing them in your own lane. SAM's guidance led me to attain my SIT and RPLS certifications, elevating my career and expertise.”
Michael Medina, SIT, RPLS Senior Project Manager
Michael Screen
“From intern to seasoned professional, I've embraced diverse roles at SAM, fueled by the promise of limitless growth. SAM fosters a culture where there's no cap on your aspirations. We’ll guide you towards your goals, outlining what's needed from your end. It's this commitment to people and upward mobility that makes SAM the place to be."
Zach Smith Project Manager
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“As a past president of the National Society of Professional Land Surveyors, I was impressed by SAM’s reputation as a world-class geospatial organization. It is an incredible opportunity to work alongside so many leaders who are also licensed professionals.”
Amanda Allred, PLSGeomatics Manager
Amanda-Allred
“SAM’s commitment to creating superior geospatial products and driving new technologies has made the firm the leader in the industry.”
Tripp Corbin, MCP, GISPGIS Manager
Tripp Corbin
“Our understanding and experience on a variety of programs—from traditional to design-build to P3 programs—enables us to tailor our solutions to deliver the insight to ensure the highest quality of supporting services from planning to engineering inspection.”
Gregory S. Cleveland PE, CCMSenior Vice President & Central Region Director, Senior Associate
Gregory S. Cleveland PE, CCM
“Markets are always evolving and require current and comprehensive geospatial data. SAM’s innovative methods and advanced technologies provide rich actionable intelligence to support a more sustainable future.”
Yvonne Harding, PLS, GISPSenior Manager
Yvonne Harding
“ We are LiDAR, image, and geodatabase experts. Having a suite of Managed Geospatial Services™ empowers our team to focus on client solutions, new innovative technology, and collaboration to provide the best services to our clients.”
Matt Thomas, LS, RPLSSenior Data Scientist
Matthew Thomas
“Future programs require future technologies. SAM offers some of the most advanced technology, and pioneering techniques including AI & ML models to support your ground-breaking programs with high-fidelity geospatial data.”
Carlos Montoya Ph.D.Senior Geospatial Manager
Carlos Montoya Ph.D.
“At SAM, we’re constantly asking ourselves: ‘How can we provide higher quality geospatial data for our clients? How can we make the earliest phases of their programs more efficient?’ Our Applied Technology team allows us to explore the answers to those questions.”
Adam Long PE, PSChief Technology Officer, Associate
Adam Long PE, PS
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