GIS Business Development Director at Surveying And Mapping, LLC – Merriam, Kansas

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.

As a Business Development Director, you’ll lead the growth of SAM’s GIS solutions across municipal, transportation, and utility markets nationwide. This is a highly visible, strategic leadership role where you’ll own market expansion, influence company direction, and help position SAM as a long-term partner to public-sector and infrastructure clients.

You’ll operate at both the strategic and tactical level by driving new business, shaping pursuit strategy, mentoring a high-performing BD team, and partnering closely with operational leadership. With SAM’s national resources and strong local delivery teams behind you, this role offers the opportunity to build something meaningful and scalable.

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Business Development team focused on GIS and geospatial solutions for municipalities, DOTs, and utility clients
• Own and drive GIS market strategy and pipeline development, aligned with annual revenue and long-term growth goals
• Partner with nationwide GIS staff, Office Managers, and Regional Operations Directors to execute strategic sales plans
• Build and deepen trusted relationships with public-sector clients and infrastructure owners
• Serve as a GIS and geospatial Subject Matter Expert, providing consultation and solution guidance
• Lead complex pursuits and proposals, including RFP strategy, messaging, pricing, and competitive positioning
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and deliver compelling client pitches and presentations
• Represent SAM at industry conferences, client meetings, and networking events
• Forecast BD activity and provide regular pipeline and performance insights

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of proven business development success in GIS, geospatial, or related services
• Established relationships and a professional network in the municipal, transportation, and utility markets
• Experience within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry
• Demonstrated success in long-cycle, public-sector sales and RFP-driven pursuits
• Experience leading or mentoring sales or business development teams
• Salesforce experience preferred
• Strong executive presence, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to thrive in a growth-oriented, collaborative environment