Staff Engineer – Utility Coordination & CAD

SAM; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Perks at work

Top workplace award

Job summary

SAM, a nationwide geospatial leader, is seeking a Staff Engineer to support utility coordination and relocation efforts on infrastructure projects in Virginia. Based in our office, you will collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve conflicts and advance delivery.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, a Virginia PE, CAD proficiency, and experience with utility coordination. This role offers growth within SAM's structured career development programs and a track to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia.
• Experience with utility coordination or related infrastructure projects.
• CAD proficiency and ability to prepare coordination deliverables.
• Ability to obtain PE licensure in other states preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review roadway design plans and utility construction proposals to identify conflicts.
• Assist with developing utility alignments, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Evaluate adjustment designs and suggest cost-saving, constructible alternatives.
• Coordinate meetings with utility owners, clients, and regulators.
• Review contracts and technical specs for compliance.
• Document progress, prepare status updates, and maintain schedules.
• Review utility plans and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Prepare utility coordination and SUE deliverables under PM direction.
• Perform additional responsibilities to support project delivery and goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia

Tools

CAD

Job description

SAM, a nationwide geospatial leader, is seeking a Staff Engineer to support utility coordination and relocation efforts on infrastructure projects in Virginia. Based in our office, you will collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve conflicts and advance delivery.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, a Virginia PE, CAD proficiency, and experience with utility coordination. This role offers growth within SAM's structured career development programs and a track to