Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager

ESP Associates•Fort Mill, SC

About The Position

ESP Associates is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager to lead and develop our SUE team consisting of field crews and supporting technical staff in our Fort Mill, SC office.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in SUE with at least 3 years of experience managing SUE crews.
Ability to designate all utilities using surface geophysical equipment, including RF Pipe and Cable Locators, Ground Penetrating Radar, and electromagnetic induction devices.
Experience operating and maintaining a vacuum excavation truck.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to prioritize work with tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills that allow you to effectively and professionally interact with clients, authorities having jurisdiction and the public.
Excellent financial management skills
Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment with tight deadlines and ability to adjust to project priorities and demands of multiple clients
Must be able to work flexible hours (travel will be required).
Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

Experience with surveying and mapping SUE designations is preferred.
Experience with CCTV a plus.
Ability to generate revenue through existing client base and new business development.

Responsibilities

Initiate and maintain contact with key personnel and officials of organizations and companies. This includes coordinating with municipalities to obtain proper certifications/permits and maintaining/developing client relationships.
Plan, organize, train, and supervise crews, technicians and other staff members.
Administer contracts and manage projects, interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments.
Schedule and assign work to meet completion date.
Developing and monitoring project scope, budget, schedule and quality control for SUE projects from the proposal stage through final deliverables.
Planning of SUE crew schedules and coordination with other departments to ensure the proper allocation of personnel and resources to meet project deadlines.
Responsible for safety coordination of SUE efforts.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Education Reimbursement Opportunities
Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
Referral Bonuses