SUE Field Supervisor

AECOM; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a SUE Field Supervisor in Virginia Beach, VA. This hybrid position requires oversight of field crews with a strong emphasis on safety standards, adherence to guidelines, and effective communication with staff and clients.

The ideal candidate has a relevant BS degree or equivalent experience, and proficiency in utility locating and geophysical equipment is essential. The compensation range is $75,000 to $95,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to drive AECOM vehicles.
• Experience with ASCE 38-02 & 38-22 standards.
• Frequent lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of multiple field crews.
• Ensure field team's adherence to AECOM's safety and quality guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with staff and clients about project information.

Skills

SUE and private utility locating experience

Demonstrated proficiency with pipe and cable locators

Knowledge of Ground Penetrating Radar

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications

Troubleshooting skills

Education

BS Degree + 4 years of related experience

AS Degree + 6 years of related experience

High School + 8 years of related experience

Tools

GPS and Total Station survey equipment

Trimble Data Collectors

MicroStation and AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a SUE Field Supervisor. We offer a comprehensive suite of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), private utility locating, and services to our diverse customer base comprised of Engineering, Environmental, Utility, Surveying, Construction, and Infrastructure.

• Hybrid position consisting of expected time spent split 80% field, 20% office.
• Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews.
• Ensuring field teams adherence to AECOM’s strict guidelines for safety and quality.
• Responsible for creation and maintenance of field crew schedule for field teams across numerous projects of diverse scope across multiple locations.
• Ensure adherence to field schedule to ensure projects are completed within communicated schedule/budget.
• Read and interpret utility drawings, as-builts, GIS files and other forms of utility records data.
• Initiate, track, process, and document utility records requests with various Utility One Call Centers and Utility Owners/Operators.
• Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (including Ground Penetrating Radar), observational skills, and deductive reasoning to identify, designate and locate (vacuum excavation) all utilities within a requested job scope in accordance with ASCE 38-02 & 38-22.
• Utilize GPS and Total Station survey equipment in combination with Trimble Data Collectors and applications including Trimble Access and Trimble Mobile Manager to survey utility features and line segments.
• Perform field audits on previously investigated utilities and/or collected field data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform QA/QC of SUE field data performed by AECOM and its subcontractors.
• Troubleshoot technical problems in the field.
• Consistently and effectively communicate with field and office staff as well as Managers and Professionals in Charge to relay project information.
• Act as an advisor/mentor to junior field staff.
• Occasional interaction with clients, utility representatives, business owners and/or homeowners.

Minimum Requirements

• BS Degree + 4 years of related experience OR AS Degree + 6 years of related experience OR High School + 8 years of related experience.
• SUE and/or private utility locating experience equivalent with a demonstrated commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Experience and understanding of SUE practices and procedures in accordance with ASCE 38-02 & 38-22.
• Position requires frequent traveling to field locations. Locations and distances vary and will include overnight travel.
• Frequent lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Frequent outdoor work in a variety of seasonal weather conditions.
• Daily walking several miles to perform job duties across uneven terrains such as mud, rock, grass, dirt and other unpaved terrains and variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust and noise.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• As a condition of employment, candidate must pass client required background check(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency with pipe and cable locators such as Radio Detection RD and Vivax Metrotech vLoc Pro to designate all utility types including EMS Marker Ball detection.
• Proficiency with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) such as Impulse Radar’s PinpointR GPR System.
• Advanced understanding of Surveying best practices, techniques, and equipment for Virtual Reference Station (VRS), Base Station and Total Station surveys.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite of applications to include Office, Excel, Teams, and Word.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS suite of services to include Field Maps, Survey 123, and Workforce including documentation, implementation and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in the safe operation of hydro/air vacuum excavation trucks and equipment.
• Detailed-oriented and ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude consistent with AECOM’s Core Values.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Ideal candidates will possess troubleshooting skills and be willing and able to learn new procedures and technologies.
• Ability to adhere to AECOM strict standards for safety and quality.
• OSHA 10/30 Course Completion Certification.
• First Aid, CPR, or and/or AED training Certification.
• BAMI/UESI Utility Investigation School Completion Certification.
• Experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Open Roads.
• Traffic Control Supervisor Certification (ATSSA).
• Familiarity with ASCE 75-22 - Standard Guideline for Recording and Exchanging Utility Infrastructure Data.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $75,000 to $95,000.

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.