Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager

Terracon; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) exploration projects in California. You will manage utility records review, coordinate survey crews, geophysical teams, and test holes while assisting with proposals and client communication.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in geophysics, engineering, surveying, or related field, and at least four years of experience including two in SUE. Some travel will be required.

Qualifications

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of SUE processes and standards.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects related to Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) exploration.
• Coordinate with survey crews, geophysical teams, and test holes.
• Assist with proposal writing and management.
• Ensure project delivery and compliance with ASCE 38-22.
• Review final SUE drawings and reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree in geophysics, engineering, surveying or related field

Tools

ASCE 38-22 standard

Job description

General Responsibilities

Oversee projects related to Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Exploration. The Project Manager (PM) will oversee utility records review and documentation, and coordinate with survey crews, geophysical teams, and test holes. Geophysical or survey experience is preferred in-order to assist with coordination of primarily QLD through QLB designating activities. The PM will also assist with proposal writing and management. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, coordinate with subcontractors, owners, clients, and internal teams. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, industrial, and other facilities. All SUE projects would be performed in accordance with ASCE 38-22/02.

General Responsibilities

Oversee projects related to Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Exploration. The Project Manager (PM) will oversee utility records review and documentation, and coordinate with survey crews, geophysical teams, and test holes. Geophysical or survey experience is preferred in-order to assist with coordination of primarily QLD through QLB designating activities. The PM will also assist with proposal writing and management. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, coordinate with subcontractors, owners, clients, and internal teams. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, industrial, and other facilities. All SUE projects would be performed in accordance with ASCE 38-22/02.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Mid-level SUE PM responsible for oversight of QLD through QLA activities on medium sized projects with a variety of complexity.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the SUE processes, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure project delivery and compliance with ASCE 38-22 standard.
• Participates with more senior staff on large, more complex projects.
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
• Direct and supervise field staff to test and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
• Evaluates complex geophysical data and assembles in written reports.
• Review final SUE drawing and report.
• May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• May oversee work performed by lower level Geophysicists and Technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geophysics, engineering, surveying or related field.
• Minimum 4 years experience with at least 2 years in the SUE field.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must have one or on track to acquire one of the following licenses in the state of California: Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geophysicist (PGp), Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)