Texas Utility Engineering Lead - SUE & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

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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

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