Does SAM Companies pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, SAM Companies employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at SAM Companies. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at SAM Companies?

56% of SAM Companies employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated SAM Companies 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at SAM Companies?

Project Manager (13) , Survey Technician (10) , Technician (5) , Billing Specialist (4) , Office Technician (4) , Phase Manager (4) , Geospatial technician (3) , Land Surveyor (3) , Office Administrator (3) , Office Technician II (3) , Senior Project Manager (3) , Surveyor (3) , CAD Technician II (2) , Field Technician (2) , Field Technician II (2)

What are the pros of working at SAM Companies according to real employee reviews?

"The only positive I had was good benefits." ((in 15 reviews)); "Great people with a focus on technology" ((in 9 reviews)); "There are a lot of good managers there who want to mentor their direct reports to success." ((in 5 reviews)); "Great work/life balance." ((in 4 reviews)); "Alot of resources for personal and professional development" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at SAM Companies according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management, doesn't support staff improving their knowledge" ((in 11 reviews)); "A 180 degree difference from the previous firm I came from (maybe we had exceptionally good leadership.)" ((in 5 reviews)); "No training at all on company procedures and expectations." ((in 4 reviews)); "Office politics sometimes get a little out of hand." ((in 3 reviews)); "long hours not worth it" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about SAM Companies layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about SAM Companies layoffs and their outlook for job security at SAM Companies in 2026.

What are the top reviewed SAM Companies locations?

Austin , Dallas , Houston , Columbus , Raleigh , Atlanta , Midland , Westerville , Jacksonville , Columbia , Maryville , Saint Louis , Charlotte , Tampa , Birmingham , Gainesville , Washington , Knoxville , Fort Wayne , Cincinnati , Toledo , Denver , Lafayette , Redmond , Easton , Greenwood Village , Lakewood

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SAM Companies reviews

3.5

56% would recommend to a friend

(185 total reviews)

Christopher M. Solomon

60% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.4

Culture & values

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Career opportunities

3.0

Senior management

SAM Companies has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 185 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The SAM Companies employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

185 reviews

4.0

Dec 28, 2024

Great People, Slow Company

Survey technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The coworker experience has been outstanding, and benefits are par.

Cons

Corporate experience is slow and lacking definition.

SAM Companies Response

Thank you for sharing your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you value the outstanding coworker experience at SAM, and we appreciate your recognition of our benefits. We understand your comment about the corporate experience feeling slow. As a growing company, we strive to balance rapid growth with maintaining the efficiency, quality, and clarity needed for long-term success. Feedback like yours helps us identify areas where we can continue to refine and improve. Thank you for being a valued part of the SAM team and for your contributions to our success!

5.0

Dec 19, 2024

Great work life balance with true professionals

Sr. systems administrator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work life balance with true professionals

Cons

none really. nothing really sticks out at this moment.

SAM Companies Response

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We are glad to hear you value the work-life balance and professionalism at SAM. Innovation and growth in technology are key areas of our business. Since our founding, we have been committed to staying at the forefront of the industry with proprietary software, in-house expertise, advanced equipment, and strategic data and technology acquisitions. We will continue to focus on these areas to support our team and drive collective success. Thank you for being an important part of the SAM team!

5.0

Nov 6, 2024

Amazing Company

Office administrator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Always room for advancement with the company.

Cons

None after 5 + yrs

SAM Companies Response

Thank you for your kind words and your dedication over the years! We are thrilled to hear you value the opportunities for advancement at SAM. Your hard work and commitment are truly appreciated.

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