Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager

Terracon; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in California seeks a mid-level Subsurface Utility Engineering Project Manager to lead SUE exploration projects, coordinate surveys and geophysical teams, and manage client communications. You will review utility records, oversee data collection, and ensure adherence to ASCE 38-22 standards.

The role requires 4+ years in SUE with a geophysics or engineering background, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel within the region. PE/PGp/PLS on track in CA is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 of the following licenses in CA: PE, PGp, or PLS (on track)

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Oversee QLD through QLA activities on medium sized projects with varied complexity.
• Demonstrate knowledge of SUE processes, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure project delivery and compliance with ASCE 38-22.
• Collaborate with senior staff on large, complex projects.
• Perform site visits, field observations and data collection.
• Direct and supervise field staff in testing and data collection.
• Develop written proposals to clients and perform QC review of proposals.
• Evaluate geophysical data and compile written reports.
• Review final SUE drawings and reports.
• Participate in meetings with clients regarding projects/tasks.
• Oversee work of lower level Geophysicists and Technicians.

Skills

SUE procedures

Project management

Geophysics

Proposal writing

Report writing

Education

Geophysics/Engineering/Survey degree

Tools

ASCE 38-22

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)