Texas Utility Engineer (SUE) Business Development Lead

Cedarparktexasedc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Texas Utility Engineering (SUE) Lead to grow and lead its Utility Engineering practice across Texas. This senior role focuses on expanding market presence, securing large, long-term projects, and building a sustainable backlog that supports teams statewide.

The ideal candidate thrives in business development, understands the Texas infrastructure and utility market, and can turn relationships into consistent, long-term work with public and private

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Utility Engineering / SUE.
• Proven success in business development and securing long-term work.
• Strong knowledge of the Texas utility and infrastructure market.
• Experience working with TxDOT, municipalities, and/or utility owners.
• Familiarity with ASCE 38 standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel throughout Texas.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts for Utility Engineering services throughout Texas.
• Secure large, multi-year and programmatic contracts with public and private clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with TxDOT, municipalities, utility owners, and industry partners.
• Grow existing client accounts and identify new market opportunities.
• Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and client interviews.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.
• Provide leadership aligned with SAM's vision and strategic growth plans.
• Monitor backlog, productivity, and financial performance to support growth.
• Collaborate with SUE and UC leaders to improve project execution and QA/QC.

Skills

Business development

Texas market knowledge

TxDOT experience

Leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Relationship building

Job description

Who We Are

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.

Your Impact at SAM

We are seeking a Texas Utility Engineering (SUE) Lead to grow and lead our Utility Engineering practice across Texas. This senior role is responsible for expanding market presence, securing large and long-term projects, and building a sustainable backlog that supports teams statewide.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a proven Utility Engineering leader who thrives in business development, understands the Texas infrastructure and utility market, and can turn relationships into consistent, long-term work.

Business Development & Growth

• Lead business development efforts for Utility Engineering services throughout Texas
• Secure large, multi-year and programmatic contracts with public and private clients
• Build and maintain strong relationships with TxDOT, municipalities, utility owners, and industry partners
• Grow existing client accounts and identify new market opportunities
• Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and client interviews
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions

Leadership & Operations

• Provide leadership aligned with the company’s vision, mission, and core values
• Partner with regional leadership on strategic growth plans, forecasts, and budgets
• Monitor financial performance, backlog, and productivity to support sustainable growth
• Participate in operational and strategic planning meetings

Quality & Collaboration

• Work with SUE and UC leaders to improve project execution, QA/QC, safety, and compliance
• Support complex projects by developing practical, client-focused solutions
• Stay informed on market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies

What You Bring to SAM

Required

• 10+ years of experience in Utility Engineering / Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
• Demonstrated success in business development and securing long-term work
• Strong knowledge of the Texas utility and infrastructure market
• Experience working with TxDOT, municipalities, and/or utility owners
• Familiarity with ASCE 38 standards
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to travel throughout Texas

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience growing or leading a regional Utility Engineering practice
• Established relationships within the Texas infrastructure market

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms