Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Party Chief
About The Position
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,800 professionals, offering a comprehensive range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to both public agencies and private clients across the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms. JMT is seeking experienced Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Party Chiefs to join their Underground Utilities, Land Surveying, and Mapping team in North Charleston, South Carolina. Please note that immigration sponsorship or support is not available for this position, with the exception of qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
Requirements
- Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.
- Valid Driver’s License Required.
- Able to pass Background Check.
- Must be able to fully comprehend and interpret roadway and utility construction plans, and utility record drawings.
- Knowledge of Vacuum Excavation and Ground Penetrating Radar equipment/procedures.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to bend, kneel, lift and carry up to 50lbs as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the successful application of multiple types of utility designating and locating equipment, with demonstrated ability to lead project assignments and supervise multiple crews.
- Ability to lead project assignments.
- Team Attitude / Mindset.
- Able to work 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Thursday (Minimum).
- Ability to travel required.
Nice To Haves
- Land Surveying experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Participates in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, engineers, and contractor representatives.
- Assigns and monitors work, and provides input for evaluation of members of the field survey crew.
- Instructs and trains survey crew in survey and mapping methods, use of equipment, and field safety procedures.
- Completes daily report cards and field note sketches.
- Provides time estimates for specific tasks.
- Performs complex surveying calculations using calculator, computer, and coordinate geometry software such as AutoCAD.
Benefits
- Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Caregiver Leave Program
- 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Development Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
