SUE Project Manager

WithersRavenel; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned company as a SUE Project Manager, where your leadership will guide subsurface utility engineering projects to success. This role is perfect for someone passionate about project management and client relationships, with a focus on delivering accurate utility information. You'll oversee field operations, manage project teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to professional development and community engagement, this innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued and rewarded. Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that prioritizes integrity and excellence.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

Professional Development Opportunities

Team-first Atmosphere

Community Engagement Programs

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills with experience in utility engineering.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage subsurface utility engineering projects from start to finish.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and ensure project deliverables are met.

Skills

Project Management

Utility Engineering

Client Relationship Management

Quality Control

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineering License (preferred)

Tools

Utility Mapping Software

Project Management Tools

Job description

WithersRavenel is recruiting an SUE Project Manager to join our Geomatics Practice Area in Charlotte, NC!

The Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing subsurface utility engineering projects from initiation to completion, which involves coordinating with clients, overseeing field operations, managing project teams, and ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely utility information to support projects. The role requires excellent project management skills, technical knowledge in utility engineering, and the ability to deliver results within scope, budget, and schedule. The Project Manager will act as the primary point of contact between clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead, manage, and deliver multiple SUE projects from initiation to completion, including scoping, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
• Coordinate with internal teams to allocate resources effectively.
• Ensure timely and accurate project deliverables.
• Manage change orders and address any project scope changes with clients.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Communicate project updates, milestones, and deliverables to clients regularly.
• Attend client meetings, project reviews, and presentations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.

Technical Oversight

• Lead and supervise SUE field crews in performing utility designating, locating, and data collection.
• Review and approve utility mapping, data interpretation, and quality assurance processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and surveyors to interpret utility data and integrate findings into design plans.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ASCE 38-22 and local regulations.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of utility data.
• Review project deliverables for adherence to client specifications and industry standards.

Team Leadership and Development

• Actively contribute to recruitment efforts within the Practice Area and build a strong, capable team as needed.
• Cultivate a collaborative and supportive work culture, offering guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure team members meet departmental goals and align with strategic objectives.
• Uphold and promote the company’s core values of integrity, respect, quality, community, collaboration, and sustainability.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Why WR?

WithersRavenel is looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us? OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner—which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work.

Our employee owners say they love a lot of things about WithersRavenel, but the things most often cited are:

• our amazing people and team-first atmosphere,
• our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff, and
• our commitment to the communities in which we work and live.

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!

Bring your talent and collaborative spirit and join our team of employee owners at WithersRavenel!