SUE Team Lead – Civil Engineer (PE) & Leader

SGM INC; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer-paid STD/LTD/Life

HSA/FSA plans

401k employer match

Parental leave

Vacation & sick leave

8 paid holidays

Incentive compensation bonuses

Job summary

SGM is seeking a full-time Subsurface Utility Engineering Team Lead in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The role focuses on leading and growing the SUE team, maintaining quality, and serving as the Engineer-of-Record where stamping is required.

The ideal candidate has a Colorado PE license, 8+ years in engineering (including SUE), and proven leadership and client-service capabilities. Competitive salary with strong benefits and travel within-state expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a Colorado PE license (or ability to transfer).
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience with at least 1 year in SUE.
• Project management experience on civil or utility projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel within-state as needed.
• Desire to live, work, and play in western Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and grow the SUE team, including oversight of professional development and workload management.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and oversight as an on-the-ground leader.
• Serve as SME for geophysical tools and methods for SUE work and ensure Colorado SUE compliance.
• Provide input during concept development and project reviews.
• Oversee QA/QC on utility projects led by other PMs.
• Act as Engineer-of-Record (PE) for most SUE projects and stamping QA/QC.
• Lead business development efforts and proposals to expand SGM’s market footprint.
• Ensure clients receive timely, high-quality service.
• Collaborate with the Business Sector Leader to set and track financial goals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Colorado PE license

Master’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

GIS/Trimble

Job description

SGM is seeking a full-time Subsurface Utility Engineering Team Lead in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The role focuses on leading and growing the SUE team, maintaining quality, and serving as the Engineer-of-Record where stamping is required.

The ideal candidate has a Colorado PE license, 8+ years in engineering (including SUE), and proven leadership and client-service capabilities. Competitive salary with strong benefits and travel within-state expected.