SUE Field Operations Manager

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Glen Allen, Virginia, is seeking a SUE Field Operations Manager to oversee field survey crews and coordinate SUE activities across projects. This role requires hands-on leadership, strong scheduling skills, and the ability to adapt to new equipment and evolving technology.

You will collaborate with field supervisors, plan personnel and equipment, ensure safety and performance, and maintain clear communication with senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Crew Coordinator managing a minimum of 10 crews.
• High School Diploma required; some college a plus.
• Must be able to work flexible hours (nights, weekends and out of town work possible).
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven work history, strong work ethic and team-player attitude.
• Highly organized and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assists department personnel with planning and scheduling of field survey personnel and equipment
• Manages, with senior management oversight, the selection, placement, training, appraisal, safety and discipline of assigned employees
• Understands the operations of field survey equipment and has the ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies
• Oversees the direction of field activities of the crews set forth by the field supervisors and crew chiefs
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Skills

Crew management

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Some college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

SUE Field Operations Manager

US-VA-Glen Allen

Richmond

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Assists department personnel with planning and scheduling of field survey personnel and equipment
• Manages, with senior management oversight, the selection, placement, training, appraisal, safety and discipline of assigned employees
• Understands the operations of field survey equipment and has the ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies
• Oversees the direction of field activities of the crews set forth by the field supervisors and crew chiefs
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Crew Coordinator managing a minimum of 10 crews
• High School Diploma required; some college a plus
• Must be able to work flexible hours (nights, weekends and out of town work possible)
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven work history, strong work ethic and team-player attitude
• Highly organized and attention to detail