“… Sam represented the Club in all aspects of the project: working with the designers on plans, val/sue engineering plans, bidding process, contract negotiations, construction management, and the grow-in management to the course re-opening…the course was literally blown up and put back together but kept the Robert Trent, Jr Design.  The project was a phenomenal success.The success of the project can only be attributed to Sam Sakocius.  Sam 's leadership, golf course construction expertise, management and communication skills kept the project in scope, on time, on budget, and completed to the satisfaction of ownership.At all times, his only interest was that of Spanish Trail and the successful completion of the project both toward re-opening goals and the long term value of the work completed.  The knowledge of his craft combined with his ability to look at the big picture makes him an invaluable asset to any project.  Even when issues emerged in the project, Sam 's ability to trouble shoot was amazing.  One might call him a ..problem solver,.. but I think the better term is a solution expert...   However, the biggest complement I can give Sam is that through his project due diligence and management, he eliminated issues.I would without reservation recommend Sam Sakocius for any project; project consultant, project management, or project development.  Please do not hesitate to contact me directly for any questions regarding Sam Sakocius or the completed project here at Spanish Trail.”