Director of SUE - Mid Atlantic
About The Position
SAM is seeking an experienced SUE leader to shape the strategy, growth, and performance of our Subsurface Utility Engineering operations across the Mid-Atlantic region. This highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity to build and develop teams, strengthen client partnerships, influence regional strategy, and expand SUE services throughout VA, MD, DE, DC, PA, WV, and NJ. As Director of SUE, you will have responsibility for departmental operations, financial performance, project delivery, talent development, and market growth. You will work closely with executive leadership and SAM's Survey, GIS, and BIM/LiDAR teams to deliver integrated solutions for complex infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate is an established SUE leader who combines technical knowledge with strong business judgment, people leadership, and client-development experience. This opportunity is well suited for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact, develop the next generation of leaders, and help shape the continued growth of a regional SUE practice.
Requirements
- Significant leadership experience within SUE, utility engineering, or a closely related industry
- Strong knowledge of SUE methods, technologies, quality levels, and applicable industry standards
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing managers and technical professionals
- Proven success overseeing project performance, budgets, schedules, profitability, and quality
- Experience building client relationships and contributing to business development
- Strong communication, strategic planning, and organizational skills
- Ability to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region as needed
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Surveyor (PS/PLS) license
- Experience leading SUE operations across multiple offices or states
- Established relationships within the Mid-Atlantic infrastructure market
Responsibilities
- Shape the strategy, growth, and performance of Subsurface Utility Engineering operations across the Mid-Atlantic region.
- Build and develop teams.
- Strengthen client partnerships.
- Influence regional strategy.
- Expand SUE services throughout VA, MD, DE, DC, PA, WV, and NJ.
- Oversee departmental operations, financial performance, project delivery, talent development, and market growth.
- Work closely with executive leadership and SAM's Survey, GIS, and BIM/LiDAR teams to deliver integrated solutions for complex infrastructure projects.
Benefits
- BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date
- Dental plans available
- Free vision coverage for employees
- Company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance
- HSA + FSA plans
- SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
- Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K
- Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Optional cellphone stipend
- Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays
- Parental leave to support families
- 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
- Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases
- Company-sponsored events
- Free office snacks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
