Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager to join our Construction Services Team in Charlotte, NC! This role follows an in-office work model, requiring regular attendance at our Charlotte, NC office. At GFT, we're not just engineering the future; we're meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. As an SUE Project Manager you will work with the SUE Department Lead, to provide subsurface utility engineering (SUE) activities. You will provide oversight and quality control on projects throughout the GFT organization. Primary role also includes directing and scheduling field and office staff on SUE assignments and assisting with field operations and mapping as needed.
Requirements
- A minimum of 10 years' SUE experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Proficiency with programs on AutoCAD and/or MicroStation platforms.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions in a timely manner
- Knowledge of ASCE 38-22
- Skilled at preparing SUE drawings and reports.
- Ability to handle and manage multiple concurrent projects and tasks.
- Ability to coordinate and direct multiple SUE crews and SUE office technicians.
- Operate standard office equipment (i.e., personal computer, plotter, facsimile, copy machine, etc.)
- Proficiency with electromagnetic locating equipment and ground penetrating radar
- Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
- Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.
Nice To Haves
- Department of Transportation mapping experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead SUE projects including project planning, execution, and quality control to ensure client expectations, budgets, and schedules are met.
- Provide client coordination to provide recommendations on project requirements
- Responsible for resource allocation, equipment maintenance, and team scheduling
- Responsible for client satisfaction through timely submission of high-quality SUE projects.
- Responsible for training field staff in equipment operation, maintenance, and calibration.
- Provides direction for field staff procedures and methods in conjunction with the SUE Department Lead
- Leads SUE field health and safety compliance in conjunction with SUE Department Lead
- Performs and leads others performing SUE data processing, reporting and mapping.
- Prepare Proposals (estimates & scope) for in house disciplines as well as existing and new clients.
- Manage monthly billing process.
- Directs the preparation of SUE maps, plans, and exhibits.
- Maintain records, prepare reports and prepares correspondence as needed related to the completion of work assignments.
- Conform, in all respects, with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and adhere to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
High school or GED
