Senior Project Engineer

SAM, LLC • Tampa, FL

3h • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• A licensed Florida Professional Engineer required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience as a Project Engineer and/or Resident Engineer on roadway and bridge construction projects in Florida is required.
• Extensive transportation business development work experience required.
• Capable of leading a project team.
• Thorough knowledge of Client / FDOT specifications and standards is required.
• Proficient in MS Word / Excel / Outlook.
• Motivated to develop business from new and existing clients.
• Possess an extensive understanding of construction standards and practices.
• Skill in construction document handling and administration.
• Skill in organizing and managing cost estimating, bidding, and scheduling procedures.
• Skill in documenting and assessing field conditions, RFIs and change orders.
• Able to manage sub-contractors and manpower and delegate tasks to complete goals, objectives and schedules.
• Project management experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Site Manager, Primavera or other scheduling software preferred.
• Flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Serve as or support Project Manager and may serve as primary point of contact for construction contractor and client representatives on a large project.
• Manage contract administration and construction engineering and inspection (CEI) operations of highway and/or bridge construction projects per DOT contract documents, procedures, specifications and manuals.
• Provide oversight and review of SiteManager activities to ensure compliance with contract.
• Review and interpret plans, specifications, construction schedules and other construction documents for clarity, completeness, sequence and constructability.
• Facilitate continuous coordination between all stakeholders.
• Organize and conduct pre-construction meetings.
• Chair weekly construction progress meetings as appropriate.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to monitor CEI budget. Take corrective action as required to manage both staffing and schedule.
• Conduct or facilitate the review of Shop Drawings and RFI’s to support successful project.
• Monitor and track construction activities and progress.
• Evaluate and process contractor's request for payment as directed by Project Manager.
• Administer the change order process with concurrence of the project manager; review requests for schedule or cost adjustment and negotiate changes to the contract; prepare change order documents for approval.
• Provide guidance and direction as needed to CEI project staff.
• Implement and oversee compliance with administrative and business operations activities including human resources, training programs, inventory, safety and budget monitoring.
• Maintain effective client relationships and leverage project experience to win work.
• Assist with the coordination, development and production of proposals, SOQs and presentations, ensuring the highest quality of information and documentation output.
• Review implementation of established procedures and implement preventive and corrective actions.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals.

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
• HSA + FSA plans
• SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K
• Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Optional cellphone stipend
• Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays
• Parental leave to support families
• 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
• Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases
• Company-sponsored events
• Free office snacks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior